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.
Content courtesy of Tourism NZ
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Tauranga Crossing, Tauranga, Bay of PlentyFri 21 Feb 2020 6:00PM / Family EntertainmentThe Amazing Dinosaur Discovery is a 2.5 hour interactive dinosaur walk through that brings prehistoric times alive again! Come and explore the prehistoric ages and discover over 30 lifelike dinosaurs. You don't want ... more -
Mighty River Domain, Cambridge, WaipaSat 16 Nov 2019 4:00PM / Food, Gourmet, WineCome and join us for dinner and choose from the many food trucks and vendors at the stunning Lake Karapiro. Listen to the local live music, while sitting among the trees. Bring a picnic blanket and join friends and ... more -
Thur 27 Feb - Aquaman (M) 6.30pm - 9.15pm Fri 28 Feb - Grease (PG) 6.30pm - 8.30pm Sat 29 Feb - Once Upon a Time In Hollywood (R16) 6.30pm - 9.30pm Sun 1 Mar - Toy Story 4 (G) 4.00pm - 6.00pm Fancy a night out on ... more -
Black Sheep Restaurant & Atrium Gallery, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 29 Feb 2020 3:00PM / Blues1st Annual February 29th Festival at The Black Sheep Bar & Grill, Whakamarama! Two of the Bay of Plenty's top bands join forces for a fantastic evening of hi-energy rockin' blues and more. GRANT HAUA TRIO A new ... more -
The Plaza, Putaruru, South WaikatoSat 29 Feb 2020 7:30PM / Variety ConcertsHarmonic Resonators and The Nukes together for the first time. This coming February 2020 sees the coming together of two classic kiwi groups. Ukulele trio ‘The Nukes’ have a very original approach, amazing ... more -
The Historic Village, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 29 Feb 2020 7:00PM / FilmNight Owl Cinema proudly presents The Greatest Showman. Inspired by the imagination of P.T. Barnum, The Greatest Showman is an original musical that celebrates the birth of show business & tells of a visionary who ... more -
Claudelands Park, Hamilton, WaikatoSat 29 Feb 2020 9:00AM / Markets and FairsRoll up. Roll up. Roll up! Welcome to Season 5 of New Zealand's largest and newest travelling event! The Extravaganza Fair! The Extravaganza Fair is a family affair, it is a free entry, fun day out with something for ... more -
Hamilton Gardens, Hamilton, WaikatoSat 29 Feb 2020 6:00PM / FestivalsFly My Pretties are excited to announce a special outdoor show on the beautiful Rhododendron Lawn at the Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival on Saturday Feb 29, 2020. Tickets on sale now from Ticketek: ... more -
Claudelands, Hamilton, WaikatoSat 29 Feb 2020 10:00AM / Lifestyle Shows, ExposLinking the Community to Aspirational Opportunities! With a wide range of local exhibitors, this unique show offers something for everyone. There's a new Show in town! Held at Claudelands from 29 February-1 March ... more -
The Barrel Room, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySun 1 Mar 2020 12:00PM / Variety ConcertsBay Rains is a fundraising project to raise much needed funds for the Australian Bush Fire victims. Held over 3 days at 3 different venues across the Western Bay Of Plenty. Concert # 1 The Barrel Room Tauranga ... more -
Hamilton Gardens, Hamilton, WaikatoSun 1 Mar 2020 10:00AM / Markets and FairsIt’s all about beats, eats and retro treats! With 75+ hand-picked vendors from around the country stocking all manners of collectibles, a stack of vinyl DJ's across 2 stages, food trucks, entertainment and a bunch ... more -
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 -
Parker is back on the hunt to regain his World Champion status and we’re all behind him! This Sunday, Joseph Parker (26-2 20 KOs) will return to action against Shawndell 'Del Boy' Winters. With it all kicking off ... more -
Rotorua International Stadium, Rotorua, Bay of PlentySun 1 Mar 2020 2:00PM / Rugby LeagueThe Vodafone Warriors are coming to Rotorua in 2020. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and the boys will be in town on Sunday, March 1 where they’ll take on Benji Marshall’s Wests Tigers in a pre-season trial. It’s their ... more -
The Arts Village, Rotorua, Bay of PlentySun 1 Mar 2020 10:00AM / Children, Kids, HolidaysFree Event for families in celebration of NZ National Children's Day. Come by, and create painted flags which will be joined together to create a giant bunting. This bunting will fly in our city and decorate The ... more -
First ballet class for beginners featuring music, mime and movement. The children learn the basics of Ballet while having fun. From age 4yrs up. Yesdance is a boutique dance academy specialising in the tuition of ... more -
Elizabeth St Community Hall, Tauranga, Bay of PlentyTue 7 Jan 2020 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 -
Please note the market starts at 4pm not 2pm. Bloom Collective - your home of the best gourmet food trucks, boutique makers and extremely good musicians. Held on the second Saturday evening (weather dependant - ... more -
Black Sheep Restaurant & Atrium Gallery, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 14 Mar 2020 12:00PM / Variety ConcertsBay Rains is a fundraising project to raise much needed funds for the Australian Bush Fire victims. Held over 3 days at 3 different venues across the Western Bay Of Plenty. Concert # 1 The Barrel Room Tauranga ... more -
The Plaza, Putaruru, South WaikatoSat 21 Mar 2020 7:30PM / BalletA full length classical ballet production of the traditional fairy-tale story Following Australian nationwide sell-out seasons, Beauty & the Beast returns to stage in 2020! A must see stunning full length classical ... more -
Western Ave Reserve, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 7 Mar 2020 4:30PM / RockThe Omkoroa Sports and Recreation Society are holding another concert after the successful Fleetwood Mac Tribute concert last year. Omok Rocks presents Queen and Bee Gees as our main acts with Tauranga Boys College and ... more -
Health Miracles Te Puna, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 14 Mar 2020 9:30AM / Mind & BodyA practical 2 day course with theory interwoven. A hands on massage course taught by qualified therapists who both have registered teaching backgrounds. Highly recommended to learn what is involved in delivering a ... more -
Bay Coast Rowing Club, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 7 Mar 2020 6:00PM / Charity, FundraisersCome and watch Taika Waititi's Thor Ragnorak, down by the Wairoa River, bring your chairs, beanbags cushions. There's VIP tickets with preferential parking and seating area, with wait staff as well. Then there is ... more -
Trustpower Baypark, Mt Maunganui, Bay of PlentyTue 25 Feb 2020 6:00PM / NetballPlaying in a social sports league is a great way to keep fit, socialise and generate some friendly rivalry. New leagues are starting February 2020 at two great locations – Trustpower Arena & QEYC. For a full ... more -
The Clubhouse Sports Bar, Cambridge, WaipaSat 21 Mar 2020 8:00PM / CountryR18 Licensed event. We are pleased to introduce the winner of The Voice Australia 2017 Judah Kelly to New Zealand. Emerging from the nationwide success of winning the 2017 series of The Voice Australia and the ... more
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