6hr Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - Departs Tauranga
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
PLEASE NOTE: This tour no longer operates in conjunction with cruise ships docking at the port of Tauranga. All other days will operate as normal.
A must do for all Lord of the Rings fans! Join us for a magical journey to Middle Earth where you can become part of the wonder that was created called Hobbiton! The Hobbiton Movie set was used for the 'Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit' film trilogies and is situated on a family run sheep farm close to the town of Matamata in the Waikato province. It is now a Tolkien tourism destination, offering guided tours of the set.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Passengers must be able to embark / disembark with minimal assistance.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
12-seater clean, air conditioned van
Entry into the Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - Subject to Hobbiton availability
Port pickup and drop-off
Live commentary on board
Free Beer or Soft Drink at the completion of the Hobbiton Set Tour
Local driver/guide
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Does not operate with Cruise Ships docking in Tauranga
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Mount Maunganui
NB: From October 2024 this tour will no longer operate in conjunction with cruise ships docking at the port of Tauranga. All other days will operate as normal. This tour starts with a scenic drive along the Mount Maunganui beach before heading over the Tauranga Harbour bridge, past the city center and inland over the Kaimai ranges. We climb to around 1800 feet providing spectacular panoramic views across the rich fertile farmland of the Waikato province. From there we make our way towards Hobbiton passing typical New Zealand farms.
Hobbiton Movie Set
On arrival at the Shires Rest Cafe you are collected in the Hobbiton bus and taken to Middle Earth via the 1250-acre sheep farm. Your expert guide will take you on a 2 and a half hour journey through "The Shire". You will be told the story of how the remote set was discovered and how Hobbiton is a living film set maintained by a team of gardeners and maintenance staff. It is the only purpose-built film set in the world where the public can go and experience it as it is in the movie.
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6hr Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - Departs Tauranga
Pickup included
Reviews
62 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent!
Scott P,
Mar 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was an absolutely fabulous experience. The tour operator Russell of WickedWanders tours was first rate, entertaining, and personable. He went more than the extra mile (literally) to show us some other fascinating sites as well. Everyone at Hobbiton was so friendly and informative. Highly recommend!
Fabulous day trip!
PatriciaG,
Jan 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed our day with Russel as our tour guide. He was friendly and knowledgeable and went out of his way to ensure we enjoyed our tour. Mclaren Falls was beautiful and Hobbiton unforgettable. I highly recommend this five star experience
Amazing experience
Gabriele M,
Nov 14, 2024
- Viator
5.00Both Russell and Jess (a guide at Hobbiton) were friendly, knowledgeable and funny. It was an amazing day and I would definitely recommend the tour for anyone who is into the Lord of the Rings.
Highly recommended tour
Boglarka B,
Apr 18, 2024
- Viator
5.00Excellent, helpful, knowledgeable tour guide, and very impressive tour. It was way better than I have expected.
Amazing tour!!
Yaro M,
Apr 16, 2024
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour, our guide Nicolee was awesome, she was super friendly and knowledgeable. There were a few different tours offered going to Hobbiton but this one included the tickets to get in. This is a must do tour for any LOTR fans! Afterwards we stopped McLaren Falls and then to McLaren Lake to check out the scenery, really pretty!! Great day, thanks for the amazing tour!
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