Lunar New Year Auckland

Take a guided walking tour that brings Middle-earth to life with fascinating stories and insights from the making of the films.

Explore the 12-acre Hobbiton™ Movie Set, passing by hobbit holes, the Green Dragon Inn, and the gardens that made the Shire famous.

Learn how filmmakers transformed this countryside into one of cinema’s most beloved worlds.

Get exclusive access to select areas and special events that capture the true spirit of Hobbiton.

Ideal for both fans and first-time visitors, this tour offers a rare opportunity to walk through the real-world magic of Hobbiton.

Explore the magical Ruakuri Cave and Waitomo Glowworm Caves with expert local guides and save 3% when you book both together.

Journey through Ruakuri Cave’s twisting passages, crystal-lined walls, and flowing streams on a 1.5-hour guided tour with just 14 people.

Glide silently on a boat beneath thousands of glowworms lighting up the cave ceiling, on a 45-minute tour led by a local Māori guide.

Enjoy 20% off when you book by 22 February 2026, with travel valid through 31 March 2026.

Discover a unique underwater world and meet new aquatic creatures.

Walk through the famous Shark Tunnel in the world’s first curved aquarium.

Meet the largest penguin colony on display in the Southern Hemisphere at Antarctic Ice Adventure.

Witness the enthralling Spiny Sea Dragon in the Seahorse Sanctuary, the only place in the world to have it on display.

Let kids enjoy the indoor playground at the aquarium with the Splash Table.

Spot the colorful marine life from the Southern Ocean in a dedicated zone.

Get a glimpse of what it was like to live in the coldest place on Earth 100 years ago.

Create your own sea creature and watch it swim on an interactive projection wall.

Explore the Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a 45-minute guided tour featuring a serene boat ride beneath thousands of glowing worms.

Walk through stunning limestone formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, and the towering Cathedral chamber.

Hear captivating stories and legends from expert guides descended from the Māori chief who first explored the caves.

Upgrade to the 1.5-hour Ruakuri accessible cave tour or the full-day Waitomo tour from Auckland with transfers for a longer, richer experience.