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Hobbiton Movie Set

📍 501 Buckland Road, Hinuera, Matamata 3472, New Zealand
Hobbiton Movie Set
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Quick Facts

Location
New Zealand, Matamata
Category
Theme Park
Duration
1-2 hours
Address
501 Buckland Road, Hinuera, Matamata 3472, New Zealand
Coordinates
-37.8728, 175.6830

Introduction

Hobbiton Movie Set lies on the Alexander family farm outside Matamata, New Zealand — the hills Peter Jackson reshaped for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, and kept forever. Guided tours wander the rolling Shire pastures among 44 hobbit holes with round painted doors: Bag End, the mill, the double bridge and the party tree, chimneys smoking and gardens growing real vegetables. The tour ends at the Green Dragon Inn, where every guest receives a complimentary ginger or amber ale to enjoy by the lake-side fire, windmill and distant hills. Built for the films and preserved for visitors, it charms Middle-earth fans and first-timers alike. Book tickets online ahead; tours depart every 15 minutes.

✨ Highlights

1
Bag End
Bilbo and Frodo's famous round door on the hill.
2
The Green Dragon Inn
A complimentary drink by the lakeside fire.
3
44 Hobbit Holes
Every door has a trade — gardener, fishmonger, cheesemonger.
4
Party Tree and Mill
The heart of the Shire, film and farm in one.

🛈 Practical Info

→Duration：A fixed 2-hour guided tour.
→Best Time：Soft morning light, or late tours over golden pastures.
→Footwear：Farm tracks turn muddy — waterproof shoes help.
→Opening Hours：Open daily with tours departing roughly every 10-15 minutes; book 2-4 weeks ahead in peak season (November-March)
→Transportation：Drive - The Shire's Rest at 501 Buckland Road, Hinuera, about 15 minutes from Matamata and 2 hours from Auckland; no public transport

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
AdultFree

Signature Tour NZ$130 adults, NZ$65 youth 11-17, free for 0-10 (a ticket is still allocated); family pass NZ$332 (2 adults + 2 youth)

💡 Tips

• Choose apple cider or ginger beer at the Green Dragon — non-alcoholic options exist.
• Doors stay shut, but the doorplates reward a close look.
• Tours run in rain — sunblock in summer, a rain shell in winter.
• The café sells Middle-earth merch and Hobbiton honey.
• Stay with your group for photos; ask your guide for solo shots.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Hobbiton Movie Set?

Open daily with tours departing roughly every 10-15 minutes; book 2-4 weeks ahead in peak season (November-March)

How much is the admission for Hobbiton Movie Set?

Adult: Free; Signature Tour NZ$130 adults, NZ$65 youth 11-17, free for 0-10 (a ticket is still allocated); family pass NZ$332 (2 adults + 2 youth)

Any practical tips for visiting Hobbiton Movie Set?

Choose apple cider or ginger beer at the Green Dragon — non-alcoholic options exist. Doors stay shut, but the doorplates reward a close look.

How long should I spend at Hobbiton Movie Set?

A typical visit takes 1-2 hours.

The set is a protected private farm — stay with your guide and leave props and plants be.