Middle-earth lives on at Hobbiton Movie Set.

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

Matamata is a must see if you're a Lord of the Rings and Hobbit fan. Take a guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set and enjoy the town's fabulous cafes.

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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Broadway Motel & Miro Court Villas

Matamata

0508128128

Located in the centre of Matamata, this motel offers a swimming pool and a hot tub. All rooms offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is a children’s pool and a children's playground with a trampoline. All rooms at Broadway Motel & Miro Court Villas include a refrigerator, microwave and tea/coffee making facilities. Most rooms also include c... (more)

Horse and Jockey Inn

Matamata

Located in central Matamata, 20 minutes' drive from the Hobbiton movie set, Horse and Jockey Inn offers 50 MB of free Wi-Fi. The on-site family restaurant includes a range of gluten-free and vegetarian options.The carpeted rooms each come with queen or single beds and include towels. Shared bathroom facilities are provided, while some rooms include a private... (more)

Maple Lodge Motel

Matamata

0800737676

NEW OWNERS AS OF Dec 2013. AFFORDABLE COMFORT .COMMITTED TO IMPROVEMENTS. NOW ON YOU TUBE.Maple Lodge has 9 ground-floor units . All with King and Queen beds. Sleep up to 4 persons.All with cooking facilities.Swimming pool, BBQ area, children's play area, guest laundry, Sky TV, wireless internet, parking for 2 cars per unit (trailers/boats). Continental brea... (more)

Matamata Central Motel

Matamata

078809487

Matamata Central Motel is a 20-minute drive from the Hobbiton Movie Set & Farm Tours, where parts of the Lord of the Rings trilogy were being filmed. The property offers free on-site parking and free 110mb internet access.Fully air-conditioned, each room comes with a microwave, a fridge and a stove. Amenities include ironing equipment and a flat-screen TV wi... (more)

Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park

Okauia

0800800198

Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park is 6km from Matamata set in 6ha of park-like grounds. It has 4 motel units (1 with access facilities), self-contained units, kitchen cabins, standard cabins, 3 kitchen cottages sleep 4-6 and 80 powered/non-powered sites. Hot mineral outdoor and private pools, barbecue and picnic areas are available. Opal Hot Springs & Holid... (more)

O'Reillys Motel

Matamata

0800358352

Boasting a sauna, free Wi-Fi and free BBQ facilities, O'Reillys Motel is located in the peaceful town of Matamata. The property is 15 minutes’ drive from the film set of “The Hobbit”.Each room includes a kitchen or a kitchenette with a refrigerator, a microwave, an electric kettle and a toaster. There is also a TV, a seating area and a private bathroom with ... (more)

Tower Road Motel

Matamata

0800656112

Just 2 minutes' drive from Matamata town centre, Tower Road Motel offers accommodation with a flat-screen satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. There is free on-site parking with areas for boats and caravans.Tower Road Motel Matamata guests can enjoy a free private tour of Racing Horse Stables. You can relax in the motel’s gardens and barbecue area. There is a childr... (more)

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Quiz Night

The Local Taphouse, Hamilton, Waikato

Thu 30 Jan 2020 6:30PM / Quiz, Karaoke

So you think you know it all? Get a team together and test that theory at The Local Taphouse's Quiz Night. Categories include General Knowledge, TV & Movies, Famous Voices, Sport, Movie Clips a Picture Round and a ... more
Quiz night at Level 13

Level 13 Theme Rooms and Costume Hire, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty

Thu 28 May 2020 6:00PM / Games, Hobbies

Ripley believe it or not quiz free entry. Prizes up for grabs include free room hire and bar tabs. We have all covid 19 safety rules in play and to spread everyone out safely we are zooming the quiz to all the theme ... more
Ballet Tuition

Bethlehem Hall, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Mon 10 Feb 2020 3:30PM / Ballet

Ballet Tuition is available at Yesdance for all age groups. There are classes for Beginners, Juniors, Intermediates and Advanced students. Yesdance is a boutique Dance academy specialising in Classical Ballet. The ... more
Omokoroa Waste Free Living Workshop

Omokoroa Community Church, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Tue 30 Jun 2020 6:00PM / Family & Lifestyle

Prepare to be inspired, become motivated, and take control of your household’s impact on our future. Get lots of exciting and inspirational education around ways you can minimize waste at home. This workshop is ... more
Online Real Time Evening IELTS Preparation Course

Waikato Institute of Education, Hamilton, Waikato

Mon 8 Jun 2020 6:00PM / Education

Call all the people busy at work or study during the daytime! Evening IELTS Course is made for you. WIE provides students instance face to face interactive online IELTS Preparation course. As long as you have a ... more
Lights! Camera! Murder! - Comedy Mystery Dinner Show

Omanu Golf Club, Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Fri 26 Jun 2020 7:30PM / Comedy

For group reservations of over 20 guests wishing to be sat together please call our group booking office on 07 574 1672 before purchasing tickets. Looking for the perfect Midwinter or Mid-year night out with a deadly ... more
Tease - Burlesque Night

Nivara Lounge, Hamilton, Waikato

Sat 13 Jun 2020 8:00PM / Cabaret, Burlesque

The award-winning burlesque and cabaret show, The Rock n Roll Circus is back in Hamilton bringing you TEASE. A risque night of classic and neo-burlesque sure to make you giggle, blush and cheer. With performances by ... more
Hamilton Brick Show

The Atrium, Wintec City Campus, Hamilton, Waikato

Sat 20 Jun 2020 9:00AM / Craft & Object Art

The annual big Lego(R) Show for Hamilton and the Waikato. Two days of awesomeness and inspiration for the whole family with: - Lots and lots of impressive Lego(R) built models and collections from members of HamLUG ... more
Waihi Beach Home Worm Composting Workshop

Waihi Beach Community Centre, Waihi Beach, Bay of Plenty

Sat 20 Jun 2020 1:00PM / Education

For Western Bay Residents Only. A home worm composting farm is a great way for you to deal with most of your kitchen food scraps and create rich compost for your garden. Come along to this hands-on, two-hour ... more