Hobbiton Movie Set
Matamata, New Zealand
The village built for the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films, on a working sheep farm, with hobbit holes, a mill and the Green Dragon inn. Visits are by guided tour only. Reserve in advance and allow about two and a half hours.
- Nearest town
- Matamata, New Zealand
- Category
- Roadside oddities
- GPS
- -37.8721, 175.6833
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
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Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March and June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Where is Hobbiton Movie Set?
Hobbiton Movie Set is in Matamata, New Zealand, at GPS -37.8721, 175.6833.
Which road trips pass Hobbiton Movie Set?
Hobbiton Movie Set is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Waikato circuit: Hobbiton, Waitomo caves, Kawhia and Raglan.
What is there to see near Hobbiton Movie Set?
Places worth a stop nearby: Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari (15 km), Hamilton Gardens (34 km), Te Aroha Domain and Hot Springs (37 km) and The Elms Mission House, Tauranga (47 km).
When is the best time to visit Hobbiton Movie Set?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March and June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)