Hobbiton™ Movie Set Walking Tour from Shires Rest
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Experience the real Middle-earth™ at the Hobbiton™ Movie Set, where, in the heart of the Waikato region, you can step into the lush pastures of the Shire™, as seen in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies.
Fall in love with the Alexander family sheep farm, just as acclaimed director Sir Peter Jackson did, as you journey through the unequivocal beauty of the land with the mighty Kaimai Ranges towering in the distance. Your guide will escort you around the set, showing the intricate detailing, pointing out the most famous locations and explaining how the movie magic was made. You will be fully-guided around the 12-acre set: past the colourful Hobbit Hole™ doors that scatter the hillsides, before arriving at Bagshot Row™ for a glimpse of the interior of a humble Hobbit’s home. Finally, you will arrive at the world-famous Green Dragon™ Inn where you will receive a complimentary, exclusive Hobbit™ Southfarthing™ beverage to conclude your own Middle-earth™ adventure.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair access is limited due to the terrain and layout of the movie set. Please visit website for detailed information and contact Hobbiton team to make a booking.
What To Expect
Hobbiton Movie Set
The Hobbiton™ Movie Set is a guided tour experience to tantalize the senses of visitors from across the globe. This walking tour allows guests to find themselves engulfed in the sights, smells, sounds and tastes of The Shire™, as seen in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit Trilogies. The extraordinary following that the movies have amassed has led to these tours becoming a must-see for travelers to New Zealand. You will be taken around the 12-acre set: past Hobbit Holes, the Mill and into the world-famous Green Dragon™ Inn, where you will enjoy a complimentary, exclusive Hobbit™ Southfarthing™ beverage to conclude your own Middle-earth™ adventure.
Options
3.10pm Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
1.10pm Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
2.40pm Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
12.10pm Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
5.10pm Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
9.40am Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
8.40am Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
4.40pm Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
5.40pm Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
4.10pm Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
3.40pm Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
9.10am Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
2.10pm Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
10.40am Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Complimentary Drink: Includes one complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn Check-in 20 minutes prior
What‘s Included
Shuttle services in the grounds
Professional guide
Alcoholic Beverages
Driver/guide
Food and drinks (available for purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting points
Hobbiton Movie Set
501 Buckland Road Hinuera New Zealand
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
3,857 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience
Wales Solo traveller,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have read the books but am definitely not a super fan so it was with a bit of trepidation I decided to visit Hobbiton. I need not have worried, it was lovely. Despite tour parties leaving the visitor centre every 10 minutes it all felt incredibly peaceful. The weather had been foggy and raining when I set out but magically the sun was shining over the Shire (it started again as I left!). So much work goes into making this a great experience, and I did the basic tour but it still lasted nearly 2 ½ hours, finishing in the hobbit’s Inn for a free drink. There are about 44 little hobbit houses as well as the Inn and a working water mill. You can actually go into one of them and you are encouraged to sit on the furniture and handle some of the props. I had a lovely time and would recommend this to anyone even if you are not a Tolkein fan!
Great view and hobbit home.
fauzirohman,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience and definitely worth the money. The weather is not that good but we get to view rainbows.
Fantastic experience
Lindsay W,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well worth the visit. Excellent attention to detail in the exhibits. Our guide was excellent, providing plenty of interesting information around the site and the films.
Simply unmissable
Mo N,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a well paced experience, and beautifully laid out. Our Hobbit guide, Sam, was simply fantastic, with a treasure trove of knowledge. My wife has never read the books nor seen the movies, but also enjoyed it immensely and would go back. Will have to watch all the movies again.
Awesome Hobitton Trip
Yasmine K,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful experience like as if you are in the movies. Value for money. Guide was superbly informative and tons of beautiful pictures to take. When I watch the movies again, it will never be the same now.
Pure beauty
Brittany G,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely beautiful tour! Lots of hobbit holes and even got to go inside one. Tour guide was also super friendly.
It’s fantasy world that...
Pritpal D,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s fantasy world that you can explore behind the scenes. In just a little garden there is a green dragon with drinks non alcoholic and alcoholic and guides tell you about a lot of hobbity stories
Very lovely tour. Everyone is lovely
Henriettah M,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00From the booking to the actual tour everything is smooth, lovely & the staff are nice. Definitely going back again
Top notch, no comparison.
Travel26056365773,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I cannot rave enough about hobbiton as a tour and a business. Firstly we have been 9 times for various tours and every signal time we have been impressed with the level of kindness and professionalism shown by the staff. This is a big business with amazing values. My son is autistic and has food allergies so we contacted them beforehand and the accommodations they made for us were absolutely amazing! I cannot believe how considerate they were. They made sure we were booked into a tour that was made up of smaller bookings so we weren't lost in a larger booked group etc I cannot recommend them enough. The shop staff especially Cyndi were so kind and amazing! The tour itself is so worth it, especially the food tours! Great food, amazing vibe, the authenticity is off the charts. I think its a fabulous tour if you are fan, just looking for garden inspo or just want to go to an amazing place with stunning views. Hobbiton tours is hands down my favourite tourist destination in New Zealand.
Awesome trip
Wendy D,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Was a well organised trip highly recommend .The tour guide was lovely and knew everything about the village
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