The Hobbiton Movie Set tour is an essential stop on the itinerary for all visitors travelling through New Zealand, offering an interesting and entertaining …
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Mar 3, 2025
We went on the Second Breakfast tour, which starts at 08:20. That means we were the very first tour and had a chance to see Hobbiton without any other people in it. The tour itself was amazing and th…Full review by Ginny L
Feb 24, 2025
Had a fantastic day out here. Highly recommended for both LOTR fans and newbies alike! The staff are very knowledgeable and make the whole tour engaging.Full review by Brad M
Feb 17, 2025
Kate our guide was very knowledgeable. An unbelievable experience of the grounds buildings etc. it brought the movies to life, an incredible experience. We did the behind the scenes tour. The lunch w…Full review by deservepampering
We are a family of four adults, the second breakfast provided plenty of food including eggs, sausages, potatoes, pastries, tea/coffee/juice. No one left hungry. It is shared with …
We are a family of four adults, the second breakfast provided plenty of food including eggs, sausages, potatoes, pastries, tea/coffee/juice. No one left hungry. It is shared with stragers, family style, which was our favorite thing. We feel it was worth the money.
Is there still a shuttle from the info centre to hobbiton for the evening tours
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ALL visitors take a private large green Hobbiton shuttle bus from the Hobbiton ticket/info center to the Hobbiton Village, which is included in the price you pay. After your visit, the guide …
ALL visitors take a private large green Hobbiton shuttle bus from the Hobbiton ticket/info center to the Hobbiton Village, which is included in the price you pay. After your visit, the guide makes sure you are on the bus, which is ready to bring you back at the end of your visit. It's very well organized.
How far do you ( km) around Hobbiton set? Any challenges ( uphills)?
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It's a challenging walk for those with mobility issues. The path is well maintained for walking, but there are several hills and one or two slightly more challenging places. Overall, worth …
It's a challenging walk for those with mobility issues. The path is well maintained for walking, but there are several hills and one or two slightly more challenging places. Overall, worth trying to make it round!
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Do I need to book in advance or can I just show up?
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We strongly recommend booking in advance as our tours are known to sell out, especially over the Summer months between December - February each year as this is typically...
AdConvenient and flexible cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour — no questions asked. Experience Hobbiton Movie Set and hear fascinating stories with the help of expert guides.
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