Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Overview
Available languages
9 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover movie magic at the Hobbiton Movie Set on this luxury coach tour; see the original hobbit-holes, visit the Party Tree, venture beyond the door of a Hobbit Hole on Bagshot Row and hear intriguing behind-the-scenes stories as you stroll through lush farmland with your expert guide. Top off your half-day tour with a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn and enjoy a Hobbits feast in the party marquee before returning to Auckland. If LOTR had you captivated on the big screen, this is sure to be one of the best day trips in New Zealand for you.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hobbiton Movie Set
Journey south through lush rural farmland to the Hobbiton Movie Set, hidden on private farmland near the town of Matamata. Here, the village of Hobbiton was carefully created in amazing detail as a film location for the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movie trilogies. During your guided tour of this amazing location you’ll see sights like Hobbit holes, the Mill and the Green Dragon Inn, and learn how farmland was transformed into a living, breathing piece of Middle-earth..
What‘s Included
WiFi on board
Hobbits Feast in the Party Marquee
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Top off your day with a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn
Restroom on board
Options
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Reviews
160 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great tour for LoTR fans
Tiarne K,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is great if you don’t want the hassle of driving and would like to know a little more about NZ along the way. Nicky was our driver and gave great commentary on the journey eh there and I learnt a few new things along the way. As a big LoTR fan the hobbiton tour is great although it can feel a little rushed to get you from start to finish.
Magical and all inclusive; don’t miss out on this
Elise V,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This included the tour, a bus ride to and from Auckland city for the tour; a free green dragon drink and a full all you can eat buffet at the end, with the option to purchase more of the alcohol made just for this place. The gift shop is busy but there are multiple chances to pick something up. Bus driver was incredibly knowledgeable and kept us informed with cool non LOTR stuff on the way up, allowing us the space to rest on the way back. The guide at Hobbiton Noelle was also incredibly knowledgeable and engaging. If you have never done this tour and are a fan, you owe yourself doing it at least once. Our tip for the bus pick up and drop off is that the Great Sights folks will be at a table near one of the numbered terminals (ours was one). They even gave us a bottle of water and a snack for the ride.
Great Day!
Judy F,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Hobbiton was exceptional. Bus ride from Auckland made it an easy day. Lana was a great Hobbiton guide. The tour was a bit large (@40) so sometimes difficult to hear.
Awesome trip to the Shire!
Craig F,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolute must see in New Zealand! It was so much better than what I was expecting. The driver Rachel was so informative and made the tour go very smoothly.
Hobbiton Is Well Worth the Trip!
Irene B,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an awesome experience. Our bus driver, David, from Grey Lines was so friendly, funny, and knowledgeable. Once we got to Hobbiton everything was well organized. Sebastian was a great guide. He was patient and full of information and enthusiasm. The attention to detail will not disappoint even the most devoted fans. Well worth the money! A must do while in the Auckland, New Zealand area.
Awesome!
Rhett S,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Rachael was absolutely amazing, a better guide and driver there never was. The tour of Hobbiton was also great, my guide there was incredible!
Awesome experience!
Risa T,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The bus driver was very kind, and although the tour guide said it was her 3rd day at work, her explanations were very detailed and easy to understand. The weather was great, and the buffet was amazing. I live in Auckland, but I could've visited much earlier;)
A memorable tour of Hobbiton with a knowledgeable guide
William S,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The Hobbiton tour was truly amazing, and our tour guide (Chrissy) did an admirable job of "herding hobbits," especially considering the large size of our group. We'd love to tour Hobbiton again the next time we're in New Zealand.
Missed the bus!! Get better meeting directions next time!
Ruth G,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The Hobbiton tour and tour guide were amazing, but poor meeting directions resulted in several people missing our tour bus. Phone directions to the given address send you to Sky City which is around the corner and out of sight line from the bus terminal. We had to pay for a taxi to drive us to meet the tour at great personal expense ($504). I would recommend more detailed directions for the meeting place for future users. Our bus driver was quirky but very safe, informative and timely. Wouldn’t change a thing about the actual tour.
Need more time for lunch
B H,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Experience was good. It was rather quick would have liked more time in the hobbit house and lunch. 45 minutes for lunch is way too short.
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