Hobbiton Movie Set and Hamilton Gardens Small Group-from Auckland
Overview
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Embark on an enchanting day trip from Auckland, beginning with a journey to the captivating Hamilton Gardens. Nestled amidst the picturesque Waikato countryside, Hamilton gardens offers a botanical wonderland where history, culture, and nature intertwine. Explore themed gardens inspired by diverse cultures and eras, from the tranquil Japanese Garden to the vibrant Indian Char Bagh. Delve into historical landscapes like the Italian Renaissance and Tudor Gardens, marveling at meticulously recreated scenes from the past.
The adventure crescendos as we continue to the heart of Middle-earth – Hobbiton. Wander through the enchanting film set, where charming hobbit holes dot the landscape, and the iconic Green Dragon Inn beckons with warmth and cheer. Delve into the magic of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, capturing the essence of this beloved fantasy realm.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Auckland Central
Embark on your expedition from the largest city in New Zealand. Your journey begins bright and early as you depart Auckland and head towards the lush landscapes of the Waikato region. As we set out, your guide will kick off the day's adventures, laying the groundwork for an enthralling exploration. Travel journey time from Auckland to Hamilton Gardens approximately- 2 hours
Hamilton Gardens
Upon arrival at Hamilton Gardens, you'll step into a world of botanical wonder, where themed gardens from different cultures and historical periods await your exploration. Step into a world of themed gardens that whisk you away to distant lands and bygone eras, from the tranquil Japanese Garden to the vibrant Indian Char Bagh Garden. Traverse through meticulously recreated historical landscapes, such as the Italian Renaissance Garden and Tudor Garden, and marvel at the botanical wonders of the Paradise Collection and Rhododendron Lawn. Find moments of tranquility by Turtle Lake or in the Rogers Rose Garden. Perfect for families, the Children's Discovery Trail offers interactive delights. Hamilton Gardens promises a journey through time, culture, and natural beauty, creating lasting memories for every traveler.
What‘s Included
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD
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Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission to a fully guided experience of the Hobbiton Movie Set
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Hobbiton Movie Set and Hamilton Gardens Small Group-from Auckland
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Reviews
19 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Beautiful Place
Ying J,,Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a beautiful place to visit. I didn’t watch the movie Lord of Rings. However, our local tour guide, Yen or Yam (originally from Singapore), introduced the place so vividly from the director’s selection of the movie shooting site to the selection of local people as his actors and actresses that I am curious to watch the movie myself.
Great experience!
Venture16130699473,,Mar 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing trip and experience, got excellent experience! Strongly recommend everyone to try by their own, our driver Joe was very friendly and intelligent!
Wonderful relaxing drive...
Jacqueline W,,Mar 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful relaxing drive and the tour of Hobbiton and Hamilton Garden were just as expected. We were well taken care by our guide Hufeza and would recommend taking this trip with him.
Hobbiton tour Nov 2024
Eleni A,,Mar 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our driver was really friendly, fun and informative on the drive to and from Hobbiton. Water and snacks were provided and we stopped for a coffee break on the way. Would recommend and use again
Great experiences!!
mollieh662,,Mar 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Joe our guide was amazing! Both venues were wonderful. He made us very special. The Hobbiton Set was all I expected and more and Hamilton Gardens were beautiful.
A day as a Hobbit
tzaman09,,Feb 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience to see Hobbiton, truly what I expected it to be and beyond, felt truly was in the shire. Also saw Hamilton Gardens, hands down the best garden I’ve seen. Huzefa was an amazing tour guide. Also Fatima helped organize many of my tours while in Auckland and was very helpful and helped me see everything I wanted to see.
Hobbiton
david h,,Jan 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Hobbiton was a magical place despite heavy rain at times. Walking through the Shire with a knowledgeable guide who had great stories to tell was a great experience. The highlight was spending time in a hobbit hole imagining hobbits living there. Also enjoyable was having a drink in the Green Dragon. The vast operation at Hobbiton was well organised and you have plenty of time to take as many photos as you want. Hamilton Gardens was also a great visit. The different gardens are spectacular and well thought out. I think you could easily spend more time there even if you were not that interested in plants. Our driver for the day was very good. Pick up was on time, the minibus was comfortable and he was full of interesting facts about the countryside we drove through.
Great experience
Steve L,,Jan 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really great experience, for anyone who has seen the movies this is a definite must do. Our guide (Rob) was superb, he had a great sense of making the visit something to remember. We would recommend to anyone visiting the north island.
Voyage to Middle Earth
roboairbear,,Nov 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing adventure through Hobbiton & Hamilton Gardens. I am a LOTR nerd and this met every expectation. The gardens were a nice addition and enjoyed them more than I thought I would. Huzefa, our guide, was full of interesting information throughout the tour and was sure to point out anything of interest. Loved the small size of the group as well. 10/10 would do this exact tour again.
Super recommended
kankem,,Nov 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The places are incredible and the guide was so nice and kind! Hobbiton is beautiful and you can expire ce the Magic there! And the Hamilton gardens are beatifull if you like the plants
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