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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Waterworld Inflatable water park is coming to Lake Karapiro for 12 days from 17th - 29th December 2019. This is the first time its been in the Waikato and is going to be awesome. Ensure you don't miss out on this ... more -
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The Meteor, Hamilton, WaikatoSun 10 Nov 2019 8:30PM / ComedyGuy Williams “Some places in the central North Island and most of the South Island" Tour 2019 Billy T Award-Winning Comedian Guy Williams is Back! Some of you might not have even noticed that he was gone, or even ... 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 -
Health Miracles Te Puna, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 11 Jan 2020 9:30AM / Mind & BodyLearn everything you need to know to deliver an amazing massage, safely and with very little effort. We supply the essential theory, interwoven in a very practical "hands on" course. Lunch and refreshments provided. ... more -
Bloom Collective - your home of the best gourmet food trucks, boutique makers and extremely good musicians. Held on the second Saturday evening (weather dependant - check facebook for updates), at Leamington Domain, ... more -
Coronation Park, Mt Maunganui, Bay of PlentyFri 8 Nov 2019 5:00PM / Food, Gourmet, WineCome and join us for a dining experience where you can choose from over 20 food trucks and cuisines. Bring a picnic blanket and sit and relax with the sounds of local musicians and enjoy the sunshine with friends and ... more -
Trustpower Baypark Arena, Mt Maunganui, Bay of PlentyFri 20 Dec 2019 7:30PM / RockThe Rock are proud to Present; The Feelers & Stellar* All The Hits, Summer Tour Pioneers of the kiwi music industry THE FEELERS are thrilled to announce a comprehensive NZ tour this summer; joined at select locations ... more -
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Totara St, Mt Maunganui, Bay of PlentyThu 9 Jan 2020 8:30PM / ComedyThe Mount Comedy Festival presents The Headliners. A huge 2 hour comedy show featuring some of the biggest names in New Zealand Comedy. Get a VIP ticket for Mezzanine seats and a free beer or wine on entry. ... more -
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Mount Social Club, Mt Maunganui, Bay of PlentyWed 8 Jan 2020 8:00PM / ComedyHeat one in pursuit to find The Mount's hottest new Comedian. 12 acts from all over New Zealand all competing to get in the big final on Sunday 12th January and a $1200 first prize. Last year was a complete sell out ... more -
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Te Rapa, Hamilton, Hamilton, WaikatoThu 26 Dec 2019 6:00PM / Family EntertainmentThe Amazing Dinosaur Discovery is a 3 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 -
Izakai Bar and Eatery, Mt Maunganui, Bay of PlentyTue 31 Dec 2019 7:30PM / Food, Gourmet, WineCome bring in the New Year Izakai style! Come along from 7.30pm to have beautiful food and drinks with us! Take the hassle out of New year's eve, guarantee a spot and let us look after you. What you get: 5 ... more -
sKids - Safe Kids in Daily Supervision, Hamilton, WaikatoMon 6 Jan 2020 7:30AM / EducationOur holiday programmes are, safe, loads of fun and jam packed with a variety of activities. Everyday is different, with lots of fun things to do. One day might include going to the movies, the next day your child ... more -
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