Matamata Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
The hobbiton movie set is a significant location used for The Lord of the Rings film trilogy and the Hobbit film trilogy. It is situated 10 kilometers southwest of Matamata, in Waikato, New Zealand and now is a Tolkien tourism destination, offering a guided tour of the set. On site also got ample of parking places, cafe, gifts shop. Highlights of the tour include Bagshot Row, the Party Tree, and Bilbo's Bag End home. There are 44 Hobbit holes on view, but only few of them can enter.
Enter the magical world of The Hobbits ✨
If you’re a fan of Lord of The Rings and The Hobbit movies, you have to visit the Hobbiton Movie Set! Even if you’re not a fan, this place should still be on your bucket list.
Stepping into the movie set of The Shire as filmed in The Hobbit, I felt like I got transported right into the movie. The whole place feels so magical and will be enjoyable even if you have not watched the movie before. As you tour through the shire, your guide will point out different points of interest and talk about the scenes that were filmed there. The tour will end at the Green Dragon Inn where you can redeem a complimentary beverage.
You can book the tour online and it costs $89 for adults and $44 for youths. Children below 8 years old is free. The whole tour lasts about 2 hours.
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One of the best place in New Zealand!
-THE HOBBITON MOVIE SET-
Does the photos look familiar to you? I think most would recognise it in the first look as this is the movie set of one of the world most popular movie, Lord of The Rings and The Hobbit!
Fans of these movies will absolutely love this place as it provides an amazing behind the scenes look, which allows everyone one of us to immerse ourselves in the fantasy world as though they have come to life!
The entire place is much more than beautiful. Every single place has a story to tell. And don’t worry if you have forgotten bits and pieces of the place because there will be a guide that will help refresh your memories!
It is a 2 hour guided tour that brings us to explore the entire place and ending with a free beverage at the Green Dragon Inn!
Several things to take note before visiting here.
1. Book your ticket in advance! Almost everyday is a sold out so make sure you make proper planning to come here!
2. Only guided tours are available, so no free roaming is allowed. Tickets are relatively on the higher side at $89, but it is REALLY WORTH IT!
3. The tour can get a little rush because there are so much to cover so if you want to take photos, make sure to speed things up so that you are not left behind by your tour group.
Honestly, whether you are a fan of the movie or not, I will highly recommend every single Travelers to New Zealand to visit here!
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If you are visiting the North Island of New Zealand then definitely precook tickets to Hobbit Village! Prebook because I saw a lot of people turned away. I enjoyed the Lord of the Rings books and movies but you don’t need to be a fan to enjoy this site. I knew I was visiting a movie set but I didn’t realize it was still a working sheep ranch! The tours were well timed and I didn’t feel rushed. It was a place I’d visit again. The hobbit houses all really open up and you’re able to step inside some of them.
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Hobbiton Movie Set Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
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📍501 Buckland Road, Hinuera, Matamata 3472, New Zealand
Be sure to book a tour to visit this place if you are a fan of LOTR!! The place is well maintained and the tour guide is super humourous as she leads you through this place.
There is a cafe to dropby for complimentary drinks towards the end of the guided tour and they have really yummy sandwiches and pies to go with as well!
maybe.. hobbits are real?🤭
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Must visit if you are LOTR fan
If you are a Lord of the Ring/Hobbit fan, this is a must-visit place. It is like you were transported back into the movie, with the shire. The whole place is so well-maintained. Please book in advance and guided tours are very professional with the tour bus provided to this place.
Everything is cute and as if you are in a movie itself. Definitely I will recommend this on your to-do-list in New Zealans
Hobbiton Movie Set
As much as people love the book and movie Harry Potter. I actually love the movies 'Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit' even more! I am such an ardent fan of those movies, that I make it to the Hobbiton Movie Set in New Zealand Auckland.
Once inside the attraction, everything just looks like what it is in the movies. I couldn't be more than excited! Those small hobbit houses, hobbit holes, the gardens and the movie settings look so real. The surrounding area also provides picturesque views of the hills and mountains nearby.
Fret not, if you need food and drinks, as there is cafe within the attraction as well. Cool place to visit and Lord of the Rings Fans will truly love this experience!
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Hobbiton - New Zealand
Hobbiton’s Movie Set in New Zealand is a must visit for avid fans of The Lord of The Rings. It is located on a family farm in Matamata and there are guided tours from Auckland.
There are tons of insta-worthy pictures to be taken at every turn. One can even enjoy specially handcrafted ciders whilst exploring every nook and corner of Middle Earth. It is definitely an attraction not to be missed!
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Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata, New Zealand(Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Family Trip to Hobbiton Movie Set
#familytrips i and my family really enjoyed the day trip to Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. I chose 6:30am early trip, although it was early morning, everything was gone on smoothly like jigsaw puzzle. The yellow bus arrived on time, and the guide Matt explained lovely what we should know on our journey and tried to help us what we need in detail all the time. I can say this trip didn't have anything to waste, it was perfect.
Hobbiton Movie Tour at NZ
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The stunning view offered by the movie set is undoubtedly a great scenery to enjoy.
Even if you're not into Lord of the Rings, this is a cool experience.
The whole area and surrounding is really full of greenery and feels magical.
All the tours guides and staff have been extremely helpful and share quite a bit of insights as you walk through the village.
If you are a huge fan of the movie series, this movie set is worth visiting.
🍃🏰 In the enchanting world of Hobbiton! 🧙♂️✨ As a die-hard fan of fantasy movies, visiting the iconic Hobbiton movie set was an absolute dream come true! 😍🎬 Walking through the whimsical Shire, with its charming hobbit holes and picturesque landscapes, felt like stepping into a magical storybook. 🏞️📖 The attention to detail in every nook and cranny is truly remarkable, and I couldn't help but let my imagination run wild, reliving the adventures of my favorite characters. 🌟🧝♂️
From the cozy Bag End to the vibrant Green Dragon Inn, each corner of Hobbiton holds its own charm and nostalgia. Being here awakened the childlike wonder in me, and I'm grateful for this unforgettable experience. 🙏💚
If you're a fantasy enthusiast like me, Hobbiton should definitely be on your bucket list! It's a place where fantasy comes to life, and where the magic of the big screen feels tangible. 🌈🍃
Remember, dreams do come true, and today, I lived mine! 😊✨ #HobbitonAdventures #FantasyFanatic #LivingTheDream #MagicalMovieSet
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Getting There - Drive is the best
Attractions - Hobbiton Village Movie Set
Hotels - stay around Matamata
Food & Restaurants - any fish and chips restaurant
Shopping - souvenirs store
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Sky Tower Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Auckland is calling and here I come
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Auckland, based around 2 large harbour , is a major city on the north of New Zealand’s north island.For my trip I did a self walking tour around the downtown with main attraction the iconic sky tower and also the Viaduct harbour , which is full of super yachts and along side with cafe and bars. There are also many seafood restaurants along the waterfront. also at the waterfront it best to take a picture with back drop of the city skyline.
If you are the All Blacks fans there is a fan shop at the harbour area selling all the game related merchandise.
The downtown shopping street is also a must to visit to buy some local products and gifts .
In short Auckland is a nice and relax city with affordable food and drink #tripblazers #fallingforfall
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Listen to Post Malone, explore a different Auckland
Time: 2023/11/21 17:00
Venue: The Outer Fields at Western Springs
Our Malone is coming to Oceania! This time he will perform in Auckland, the capital of New Zealand. Since you're here, let's check out some must-visit attractions!
1. Sky Tower
The Sky Tower is a landmark of Auckland. It is integrated with other buildings to form the massive Sky City. The Sky Tower has three glass elevators that rise at a speed of 18 kilometers per hour, taking you to the observation deck and revolving restaurant at the top in just 40 seconds, where you can overlook the entire city of Auckland like an angel. It is recommended to go there in the evening, watch a beautiful sunset first, and as night falls, you can also overlook the night view of Auckland.
2. Mount Eden
Mount Eden is located about 5 kilometers south of Auckland's city center, with a height of 196 meters. It is one of the taller volcanic cones in Auckland and a natural high point of the city. There is a lookout at the summit, where you can enjoy the urban scenery of Auckland.
3. Queen Street
Queen Street is an important commercial street in Auckland. The street is about 3 kilometers long, starting from the Auckland waterfront area in the north to Karangahape Road in the south. The street was built in 1840 and named after Queen Victoria. Queen Street is the prime area of Auckland, and if you want to shop, you won't go wrong here.
November 21st is in the midst of the Southern Hemisphere's summer. Let's look forward to Malone's live performance and feel the charm of New Zealand~
Auckland's yacht perspective of Chinese red
The first photo is a symbol of celebrating the New Year overseas with Chinese red.
The waterfront yacht base at dusk.
Looking across the sea at Auckland's iconic building, the Sky Tower, which displays Chinese red due to the Chinese Spring Festival, making Chinese people proud and grateful for New Zealand's respect for the Chinese community.
New Zealand's largest city, Auckland, is full of festive atmosphere.
The entrance to the iconic Sky Tower complex is very eye-catching with 'Chinese red'.
Tourists to New Zealand are always attracted by the tens of thousands of yachts in Auckland.
In the azure bay, a variety of yachts either dock densely at their berths or sail through the sea with colorful sails, becoming a beautiful landscape.
Aucklanders love to set sail, obsessed with their 'three B's' activities: going to the beach, boating, and having barbecues.
Locals often take every opportunity to carry picnic equipment and polypropylene 'coolers' filled with frozen beer, heading to the nearest beach or harbor in groups, a spectacular sight.
Mom said, just read this before going to New Zealand
I stayed in New Zealand for a week and really didn't want to leave... I saw all kinds of beautiful scenery, pure starry sky, blue glaciers, flowers all over the mountains, dreamy and magical firefly caves, various magnificent landscapes of forests, wilderness, snow mountains and fjords, 9-11 months are the spring and summer of the southern hemisphere in New Zealand, just the opposite of our autumn here, the weather is slightly warm, flowers are blooming, really super recommended!
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New Zealand is divided into the North and South Islands. The city scenery of the North Island is relatively more, with Auckland Sky Tower, Hobbiton; the natural scenery of the South Island really shocks people! There are famous Mount Cook, Franz Josef Glacier, Lake Wanaka, Good Shepherd Church Milford Sound. In addition, Queenstown is also here, it is a paradise for extreme sports~ Dunedin Church and Christchurch are also famous destinations, Christchurch is known as the garden city, people say it is "the city most like Britain outside Britain"
Queenstown
Queenstown, a beautiful town surrounded by the Southern Alps, can almost be said to be the business card of New Zealand tourism~ Located on the north shore of New Zealand's Lake Wakatipu, adjacent to the former gold mining area-Arrow Town, there are still remnants of Chinese gold mining in New Zealand-Chinese Village, countless travelers are attracted by its natural scenery, and many extreme sports enthusiasts will also come here specially,
Bungee jumping, skydiving! Enjoy the beauty of Queenstown
Fox Glacier
Rated by CNN as "50 Places to Go in Life"! The glacier in the Southern Alps, you can experience glacier hiking, natural ice cave exploration, this is really fun! But pay attention to cold protection and warmth, it is best to be led by professional personnel and wear professional equipment!
Lake Wanaka
Lake Wanaka on the South Island of New Zealand, famous for a lone tree in the lake, has attracted countless photographers and artists. Tourists can also come here for fishing, picnicking, and walking, enjoying the beautiful scenery and the quiet moment, even if you do nothing, just quietly appreciate, you can be well healed here.
Good Shepherd Church:
It is a church named after a sculpture of a shepherd dog, which is a tribute to the shepherd dogs who helped open up the farmland area in the past, which is very commemorative~ And it is a unique Gothic wooden stone structure building, which can be said to be unique in New Zealand. Looking out from the window of the church altar, you can also see the magnificent scenery of the Southern Alps, many newlyweds will choose to get married here!
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Aoraki / Mount Cook Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
In 2023, I visited the 9 most beautiful places
I've already stepped on the pitfalls for everyone, feel free to set off!
Picture 1 Queenstown: The evening at Deer Park Heights is really too romantic! It's worthy of being the most beautiful farm in Queenstown.
Picture 2 Donghou Top: The place I visited three times this year, it's my top 1 hiking route around Beijing in my heart.
Picture 3 Mount Cook: I really love Mount Cook, I also successfully proposed here this year, leaving our story under Mount Cook.
Picture 4 Songzan's view of Songzanlin Temple: Every window of Songzan is like a painting, and it's incredibly beautiful!
Picture 5 Four Girls Mountain: The beauty of Changchuan after the snow is overwhelming, you won't feel tired at all in the hiking scenery.
Picture 6 Baxian Dun: The first famous mountain on the sea, combining 'mountain, sea, rock' in one, the sunrise at the seaside is amazing.
Picture 7 Bottomless Lake: What does it feel like to contract a whole snow mountain lake alone, stay one night at the Bottomless Lake and you will know.
Picture 8 Banjie Gully: The best autumn scenery around Beijing, this year also started the first hike of autumn here.
Picture 9 G214 Old National Road: From south to north across three seasons, satisfying all fantasies about snow mountains and autumn at once.
Campervanning New Zealand
These extraordinary NZ scenes are forever burned into my mind. This’s the essence of what makes a campervan road trip in NZ such a worthwhile life experience. The feeling of freedom isn’t just a stereotype found in travel novels but it’s real. New Zealand is a truly beautiful and unique country that should be on anyone’s bucket-list.
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Snippets Of Attractions In Christchurch
New Zealand is a dream destination for many who loves the outdoors, mountain backdrops and instaworthy shots. There are 2 islands one in the North Island and one in the south island.
Christchurch is a place located in the south and caters more for the adventure seekers who loves beautiful hikes, overlooking the mountain backdrops and also the many quiet soothing scenic walks.
There are a few popular attraction in Christchurch are the gorgeous looking Mountcook and Lake Tekapo, The wanaka tree with the backdrop of the lake, the tasman glacier walk and many more.
Before heading to Christchurch, it is recommended to plan your roadtrip to ensure you travel plans are efficient and you do not spend too much time on the road.
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On a quiet night, I wandered around the wild field and the southern light bursted out at that moment fur away behind the Mt.Cook
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