Hobbiton Movie Set

Under an hour from Hamilton central lies the Hobbiton set, from the acclaimed New Zealand set movie 'Lord of the Rings'.


Discover the real Middle-earth on the most picturesque private farmland near Matamata in the North Island of New Zealand, where you can visit the Hobbiton Movie Set  from The Lord of the Rings film trilogy in a fascinating two-hour guided tour.

The set has been completely rebuilt and will remain as it was seen in The Lord of the Rings film trilogy.

There are spectacular views across to the Kaimai Ranges from the rolling green hills of the movie set, which is still a working sheep and beef farm.

As the Hobbiton Movie Set is located on a real New Zealand farm, you are offered the opportunity to cuddle and bottle feed the pet lambs.  

You can relax and soak up the unique atmosphere with a great cup of coffee or a light meal in  The Shires Rest Cafe, which is also available for functions, conferences or other occasions. Visit The Shire Store(below the cafe) for some special souvenirs to remind you of your visit.




Tours are $66 adult, $33 youth, $5 Child, and take 2.5 hours in a group. Please see more information on this creative venture at the website HERE.