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
The Hobbiton Movie Set is beginning The Shire’s Maintenance and Restoration project. The first stage of work is set to get underway from 01 June to September 2025 and will see major maintenance undertaken on one of the Hobbit Holes, not directly visited on the Hobbiton Movie Set Tour route as well as on the Party Field. During this period, construction and maintenance equipment and noise will be present. Tours will continue as normal but will take an alternate route around the construction zone, while being able to get a glimpse of the work that goes into keeping Hobbiton Movie Set as magical as it looked in the films.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
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..
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Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Reviews
121 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Don't miss this one
Daniel M,
Jul 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Five star tour! Everything about this was fantastic. The ride through the countryside, the tour of the movie set, the lunch at the end, all of it!
Wonderful, but a bit rushed
Peter M,
Jul 19, 2025
- Viator
4.00My wife and I really enjoyed the tour of Hobbiton. Our bus driver (David) was gregarious and helpful, as was our Hobbiton guide (Connor). The only drawback of the trip was the somewhat rushed latter parts of the tour: the time spent in the hobbit hole (a true highlight!) was strictly limited by the tour guide's timer, and the lunch that concluded the tour was delicious but strictly limited to 40 minutes. Given that it was the winter off-season, a slightly more leisurely pace would have been welcome.
There are only guides...
talia C,
Jul 17, 2025
- Viator
4.00There are only guides in English, so it is better to master English to understand the presentation. Otherwise very nice visit in the heart of the village of hobbits.
A must see!
Michele V,
Jul 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00A must do even if you are not a fan (I have only seen one movie but heard so much about this and do live in LA that I had to do it). My only complaint is the bus -- thanks to prior reviews here -- pick up was at the bus terminal Station 1 (Sign 1). It will come up on the board in the bus office but so you know! Also sit in the front rows and you see everything. It was COLD on the left front seat by the door but worth it. Our driver was pretty good giving commentary the whole time (Anthony). A bit dry humor sometimes but loved hearing and learning along the trip. I won't say more except -- A MUST SEE!
Don't miss this tour!
Milada S,
Jul 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had clever and knowledgable driver and funny and knowledgable guide, both very professional. Program was amazing, lunch rich and tasty. I can tour only recommend.
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