Guided Tours

From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Tour

Name: From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Tour
Start: 2026-05-02T10:00:00
End: 2026-05-02T19:00:00
Location: Auckland

Bag End hobbit hole with green door and garden, Hobbiton movie set tour.

Father and son inside Hobbiton Movie Set, writing in guest book during Auckland tour.

Hobbit house with yellow door and garden at Hobbiton movie set tour.

Green Dragon Inn interior with wooden bar and hanging mugs at Hobbiton movie set.

Duration

8 hr - 8 hr 15 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

4.7/5(41)

Marin C

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The driver, Ark was awesome! He gave us so many fun facts during the way there and back, and did a LoTR quiz as well, whin I won because no one but me knew the Elvish name for Rivendell (it's Imladris btw). All in all it was an amazing experience!

Maureen C

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

The experience was amazing 5 stars! Same with the tour guide abd bus driver however my issues are with headout and the issues with tickets that left me up until 2AM the night before trying to resolve as they were never linked to my account nor when I received them were there clear instructions.

Amy S

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

Our bus/tour guide was professional, knowledgeable, and made it such a great experience. Thoroughly enjoyed the movie set, history, guide, and a lifetime of memories. Such a great experience and highly recommend for all ages.

Ralph D

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

It was great to actually see where the movies were filmed. I've been a fan of them for a long time. The guide was also very knowledgeable about them too.

Jonathan Q

Couple

Verified booking

Feb 2026

Our trip to Hobbiton was incredible from start to finish :) The driver and guide from Auckland and Beyond, Simon, was very knowledgeable and entertaining as he shared some very interesting stories about New Zealand during the drive there and back. We really learned a lot :) The car itself was comfortable and was small enough with only 10 total passengers, including ourselves. When we arrived, Simon organised the tickets for us at The Shire's Rest so we could focus on visiting the gift shop and taking photos. The tour itself was out of this world, and much more extensive and with so much more care and attention to detail than expected or hoped for. We really recommend it as essential visiting for any LotR fans especially, though the whole area is just beautiful and interesting in itself. Overall, it was an experience we will never forget! It was amazing to go there and back again ;)

Tracey J

Solo

Verified booking

Feb 2026

The concept and set up of these tours is awesome. Not only that, but the driver was great, I had a very rough start to my day and he checked in on me numerous times as I was a solo tourist. Felt extremely looked after. 🥰

Venture into the lush pastures of the Shire at the Hobbiton movie set with a group of fellow LOTR fans and easy round-trip hotel transfers.

Listen to your professional Hobbiton guide regale you with interesting details and stories about how the iconic set and movies were made.

Walk past the colorful doors of 44 Hobbit, including Bag End, home of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins, and enjoy a delicious beverage at the Green Dragon Inn.

Choose between a spacious scenic coach tour with a banquet feast lunch, small group tour or a private tour from Auckland to the movie set to make your Hobbiton experience more memorable.

Did you know? Not all the hobbit holes and doors are of the same size. Some are hobbit-sized, whereas in others a full-grown human can comfortably step in.

Full-day guided tour to Hobbiton Movie Set

Round-trip transfers from from selected pick-up points in Auckland

Group or private guided(based on option selected)

English-speaking tour guide

Hobbiton banquet feast lunch (based on option selected)

Complimentary beverage at the Green Dragon Inn

Water and snacks (based on option selected)

Luxury coach or luxury Mercedes sprinter minibus vehicle (based on option selected)

Entry to Hobbiton movie set

Complimentary guide book here

Timeline
Map
Start point
Auckland
Get direction
1. Hobbiton Movie Set
Tickets included
6 attractions
Highlights
Hobbiton Sign
Hobbit Holes
Bag End
Bagshot Row
The Green Dragon Inn
Tickets included
Return to The Shire's Rest
End point
Auckland
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Marin C
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The driver, Ark was awesome! He gave us so many fun facts during the way there and back, and did a LoTR quiz as well, whin I won because no one but me knew the Elvish name for Rivendell (it's Imladris btw). All in all it was an amazing experience!
Jose S
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Very well organized . The trip from Auckland to Hobbiton was great and full of information. And then, Hobbiton, no words. Fantastic!
Maureen C
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
The experience was amazing 5 stars! Same with the tour guide abd bus driver however my issues are with headout and the issues with tickets that left me up until 2AM the night before trying to resolve as they were never linked to my account nor when I received them were there clear instructions.
Amy S
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Our bus/tour guide was professional, knowledgeable, and made it such a great experience. Thoroughly enjoyed the movie set, history, guide, and a lifetime of memories. Such a great experience and highly recommend for all ages.
Ralph D
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
It was great to actually see where the movies were filmed. I've been a fan of them for a long time. The guide was also very knowledgeable about them too.

Welcome to the Shire

If you are a Lord of the Rings fan, then visiting the Hobbiton movie set is a must. Hop on your comfortable ride from Auckland and journey to the magical world of Hobbiton. On the way, spot the lush trees dotting the Waikato river and the Kaimai Ranges standing tall. Once you reach, you will get on a short bus with your Hobbiton guide and be taken to the set.

A magical world awaits you

Once you reach the set, your guide will escort you on a shared walking tour around the movie set. See the beautiful gardens, and the 44 Hobbit holes lining the hillside before arriving at Bagshot Row to peek inside the humble home of a Hobbit. As you tour the set, listen to your guide tell you interesting details about how the set was made and show you famous locations used in the movies. End your tour at the Green Dragon Inn where you will enjoy a complimentary beverage from their Southfarthing Range, exclusively made on the set.

Choose between a small group tour, luxury coach tour with a banquet lunch or a private tour of the movie set to make your Hobbiton experience more memorable.

What to bring

If you have any special dietary requirements, it is recommended to pack your own lunch and snacks.

Bring a charging cable, sunscreen, camera, a hat, or a cap for your trip.

Pack for a weather-ready kit; who knows when the skies might decide to be moody?

Bring local currency for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.

What's not allowed

Keep in mind that bikes and surfboards are not allowed on this experience.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Additional information

Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, USB charging ports

You are allowed to bring one large case and one carry-on bag per person.

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