Hobbiton Movie Set, Hamilton - Waikato
By Alistair Guthrie
Hobbiton Movie Set, Hamilton - Waikato
By Ian Brodie
The Green Dragon Inn, Hamilton - Waikato
By Tourism New Zealand
Wairere Falls, Hamilton - Waikato
By Hamilton & Waikato Tourism
Matamata
Two hours south of Auckland lies the lush farmland of the Hamilton - Waikato region. famouss for dairying and fine thoroughbred horses, it's easy to see why these green pastures and rolling hills were chosen to portray Hobbiton and The Shire.
Hobbit fans can visit the Hobbiton Movie Set on a guided tour; it has more than 44 unique hobbit holes, including Bag End (Bilbo's house). As you wander through the heart of the Shire, you'll get to hear the fascinating commentary about how it was all created.
Along your journey you'll see the mill, the double arched bridge and the famouss Party Tree before stopping for a drink at the Green Dragon Inn. Evening tours are also available, and they include a feast fit for a hobbit!
A number of great farm stays are also on offer in Matamata. Just east of town you can discover the North Island’s highest waterfalls, Wairere Falls, which are a spectacular sight plunging 153m. The Wairere Falls walking track showcases a diverse range of natural scenery and from the lookout you can enjoy magnificent views over the valley and the Waikato Plains.
Matamata is situated 2 hours' drive from Auckland, 45 minutes from Hamilton and 1 hour from Rotorua.
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Matamata Primary School, Matamata, Matamata-PiakoSat 8 Sep 2018 1:30PM / Dance ClassesDance, sweat, laugh and make it yours! First time in Matamata, don't miss out! EZYMovez Dance Fitness is a homegrown dance fitness programme suitable for everyone. Our values promote and celebrate diversity while ... more -
Glenshea War Memorial Park, Putaruru, South WaikatoFri 17 Aug 2018 7:00PM / Family EntertainmentZirka Circus, New Zealand's premium circus, is proud to bring you its 5th tour "La Unica" and it's more spectacular than ever. Zirka Circus has successfully been entertaining families in NZ for more than ten years and ... more -
Baycourt Community and Arts Centre, Tauranga, Bay of PlentyThu 16 Aug 2018 7:00PM / Mind & BodyAn Evening with NZ Medium Kelvin Cruickshank. With the outstanding success and popularity of TV2's award winning series "Sensing Murder", Kelvin has been literally swamped with people wanting to see him. For this ... more -
Matua Hall, Tauranga, Bay of PlentyThu 19 Jul 2018 7:30PM / Ethnic, MulticulturalBeginners welcome. Drums Provided. Freshly back from his tour of Ghana Africa, Come and share some of the gems gathered from Nathans time studying with the Griots (traditional holders of musical knowledge) in Africa. ... more -
Basestation, Tauranga, Bay of PlentyThu 16 Aug 2018 4:45PM / Business & ProfessionalTyral is the owner of FIK Laser Ltd, the leading laser cutting specialists in the Bay, right here at Mt Maunganui. His purpose to provide for his family and passion to see his team succeed get’s him out of bed ... more -
Hide - Thirst & Hunger, Mt Maunganui, Bay of PlentyThu 16 Aug 2018 6:00PM / Food, Gourmet, WineThe team from Wairau River are heading our way. You will enjoy six of their premium New Zealand wines matched with some of our Hide favorites. Like always at Hide the night will be relaxed with great food and great ... more -
Hotel Armitage, Tauranga, Bay of PlentyFri 17 Aug 2018 10:00AM / Business & ProfessionalIntroduction to Leadership Workshop Designed and facilitated by the Australasian Leadership Institute *Voted Best Leadership Development Company in New Zealand **Voted Best Training Company in New Zealand ... more -
Claudelands Arena, Hamilton, WaikatoFri 22 Jun 2018 5:00PM / Food, Gourmet, WineJoin us for a special Gourmet Garage winter food event in the heart of Hamilton. Delight in an incredible range of gourmet food trucks, live music, fairy lights, and bunting. This is a weekly seasonal event the whole ... more -
Settlement Centre Waikato, Hamilton, WaikatoFri 11 May 2018 6:00PM / EducationBecome a confident Xero user in just 8 hours right from the comfort of your own home! Certificate in Xero Accounting 2018 is a “must do course” for those who are running their own business or looking for a job in ... more -
Graham Young Youth Theatre, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 18 Aug 2018 8:00PM / Singer-SongwriterWarm up for Bob! Bob Dylan arrives to play in New Zealand on 26th August. Why wait! Come and celebrate the music of Bob Dylan, from his iconic sixties hits through many decades of creative brilliance. Including ... more -
Vinyl Destination, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 18 Aug 2018 7:30PM / RockThe Kiwi guitar hero has, until now, been a live phenomenon, largely in New Zealand but occasionally in Australia, with some of the world’s finest dribbling over themselves at his exceptional ability. Joe Satriani ... more -
Rotorua Girls High School, Rotorua, Bay of PlentyFri 17 Aug 2018 7:00PM / CircusNew Zealand's freshest Magic and Illusion Spectacular is back with new illusions, more magic, more comedy, more antics and much more fun for 2018. Come along to witness an unforgettable show with one of New Zealand's ... more -
In support of the release of their highly acclaimed latest album Tales Of A Rich Girl, Adelaide Neo Blues band Kings & Associates are heading to New Zealand this August to play a string of shows. Kings & Associates ... more -
Don Rowlands Centre, Cambridge, WaipaSat 15 Sep 2018 7:00PM / Singer-SongwriterComing to a town near you! Don McGlashan on a nationwide 17-date NZ tour. One of Aotearoa’s most beloved songwriters, Don McGlashan, has today announced an extensive 17-date nationwide New Zealand tour, where he ... more -
Te Wananga o Aotearoa, Tauranga, Bay of PlentyMon 16 Jul 2018 6:00PM / EducationWelcome to a non-fee Certificate in Money Management (CMM) Thank you for your expression of interest in this NZQA Level 3 no fee Certificate in Money Management that we will be delivered in Tauranga from 16/07/2018 ... more
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Ignite Arts Academy, Cambridge, WaipaSun 26 Aug 2018 10:00AM / Ethnic, MulticulturalCome join us for a full day of African drum and dance. New players welcome, Drums provided, no experience necessary! Suitable for beginner to intermediate players, we will start with the basics and gently build ... more -
This is a great introduction to ballet! The class has an emphasis on fun while learning the basics. It is also designed to assist body awareness, co-ordination and musicality. Children are encouraged to develop their ... more -
This is another fun ballet class for children who are 5 to 6years upwards. The level is a little more challenging than the Beginners class but still with all the elements and wonderful benefits of classical ballet ... more -
Directed by Tracey Barlow, "Domestic Bliss" features three New Zealand women; Grace (a 1950's housewife with a secret), Jackie (a feisty 1970s solo mum) and Sarah (a modern businesswoman and mother of two), who, while ... more -
Elizabeth St Community Hall, Tauranga, Bay of PlentyTue 7 Aug 2018 7:30PM / Dance ClassesJoin Salsa Agua. Tauranga’s only Cuban-based Salsa school – it’s heaps of fun. Our amazing instructors will have you moving like you never thought you would be able to. Dancing is a great way to meet people and ... more -
Bethlehem College Performing Arts Centre, Tauranga, Bay of PlentyFri 7 Sep 2018 7:00PM / CircusNew Zealand's freshest Magic and Illusion Spectacular is back with new illusions, more magic, more comedy, more antics and much more fun for 2018. Come along to witness an unforgettable show with one of New Zealand's ... more -
ArtsPost Galleries and Shop, Hamilton, WaikatoFri 20 Jul 2018 10:00AM / PhotographyOur relationship with water is essential and complex, involving different ways we work, play, and live. The Story of a Raindrop examines the pervading influence of water on our lives portrayed through a photographic ... more -
Matua Hall, Tauranga, Bay of PlentyThu 30 Aug 2018 7:30PM / Ethnic, MulticulturalBeginners welcome. Drums Provided. Freshly back from his tour of Ghana Africa, Come and share some of the gems gathered from Nathans time studying with the Griots (traditional holders of musical knowledge) in Africa. ... more -
Hotel Armitage, Tauranga, Bay of PlentyFri 24 Aug 2018 10:00AM / Business & ProfessionalLeading Without Authority: Become More Influential Learn how to influence and persuade your colleagues, your clients, your boss Discounts are available for group bookings and non-profit organisations An ... more -
Restaurant Cafe Versailles, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 30 Jun 2018 7:00PM / ComedyPlease note this listing is for winter season (July & August). For Christmas season (November & December) please visit later listing. For group reservations of over 20 guests wishing to be sat together please call ... more
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