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
171 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
There And Back Again ...
Harrison F,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What an absolutely phenomenal experience! Pick up was easy to find and our driver/guide was extremely informative about the history of the areas and landmarks we passed along the way. This tour operates with clockwork precision. Be where your supposed to be or you'll be left behind. The first stop is The Shire's Rest Café & Gift Shop where you're given fifteen minutes or so to grab a coffee, use the bathrooms, and window shop. Then its off to The Shire proper where you follow an official Hobbiton tour guide. Ours was bubbly, informative, and super helpful. Many tours are operating at once, so the tour moves along fairly quickly. We weren't rushed, but snap your photos and take it all in while you can because there is no backtracking. You are allowed a timed entry into one of two fully furnished Hobbit holes (a bee-keeper's or basket weaver's home), which was an absolute highlight. By the time you migrate to The Green Dragon for your complimentary beverage (exclusive beers, cider, or ginger beer) there won't be much time before they start seating the Luncheon Marquee. Fortunately, you can bring your drink into the Marquee. The buffet was delicious and the seating is beer garden style, so you'll be enjoying the meal with fun strangers unless your party is large. Lunch lasted about 45 minutes. Afterwards, the coach returns to The Shire's Rest for about 15 minutes for shopping. The return ride was smooth. I added an extra level of nerd and cosplayed Bilbo Baggins. The staff were super chill and excited about it (I wasnt sure if dressing up was a faux pas)! The whole experience was surreal and I wish I hope to experience it again.
Ruined trip - horrible bus
Linda B,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00There is no one at the pick up point who will tell you which bus it is you need to take and the workers at the bus station are quite rude. Also the tour operator makes it difficult to contact them although but the woman I finally spoke to after 45 mins of trying was nice. Unfortunately she was unable to help. 17 people apparently missed the bus that day and if you miss it, there is no other easy way to get to Hobbiton.
Fantastic day
TAKAKO T,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a fantastic day to Hobbiton, tour was well organized the driver was very knowledgeable and lots of fun, a very tasty lunch though we had only 30 minutes allowed for lunch, could have been a bit longer as we were waiting outside for a long time
It was great. Dave the...
Richard R,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great. Dave the bus driver and Nathan the tour guide was great. Lunch was great as was Green Dragon
Happy in Hobbiton
Anonymous,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00OMG! I wasn’t sure if this was going to be worth the money and it went beyond all expectations. The price included free beverages and a lovely hot buffet with many food options. The set is spectacular and when you enter the hobbit holes there are real wood fires burning. Absolutely incredible. Worth the investment.
Do it!
ilana d,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience! The bus was comfortable, our driver Tako shared lots of interesting information about NZ on the way down, and the provided water and cookie were a nice touch. Hobbiton is an extremely well-run operation. Despite many other tour groups on site, we were spaced well and didn’t cross paths much if at all. The buffet lunch was tasty (I had low expectations) and had options for all dietary restrictions. Our tour guide Hannah was also lovely! Would recommend this for both LOTR fans and non-fans. A highlight of our trip so far!
Great tour of Hobbiton Movie set!
Fred H,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day. Smooth pick up and trip. Professional drivers and tour guides. Beautiful surroundings and detailed Hobbit homes. Delicious lunch and drink provided. Best tour we've been on!
Scots at the Hobbiton film set
TOMMY Y,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a fantastic day, best so far of our holiday downunder. Read all the books four times in my lifetime and never imagined I would be standing outside Bagend.
Worth the Trip for fans
John F,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You may be a little disappointed about most of the buildings being a facade but the last two make it worthwhile. If you are a fan of the movies, this is well worth the adventure. Lots of behind the scenes information.
The absolute best!
Tiffany O,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Hobbiton is so amazing, I can’t believe the level of detail and the knowledge of the guides. This was truly wonderful from start to finish. So amazing to get to explore the actual set, and then to end it with some tasty ale and a feast at the Green Dragon. Absolutely incredible experience, so very glad we did this.
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