Can you buy a Hobbit House in New Zealand?

The Hobbit House, New Zealand Finally, if you don't have the time or money to buy your own hobbit home, you can opt to take a trip to the place where it all began. Located near Matamata, New Zealand, this beautiful abode is quite possibly the most famous of all the hobbit holes.

Besides, can you stay in a hobbit house in New Zealand?

The Hobbiton: Fun Facts The site houses 37 specially constructed hobbit holes, made of untreated timber, ply, and polystyrene. You cannot stay overnight in any of the 37 hobbit holes. In fact, you can't even go inside them.

Also Know, where is the Hobbit House located in New Zealand? Matamata, home of the Hobbiton Movie Set, is a small agricultural town in the heart of the Waikato region, nestled at the base of the Kaimai ranges. It is about a 2 hour drive from Auckland and you can also find other nearby places and estimated travel times below: From Hamilton: A 45-minute drive.

Hereof, can you visit Hobbiton on your own?

Hobbiton is the only full movie set left in-tact in New Zealand, and it draws all sorts of people — even people who aren't fans of the films. You cannot roam around Hobbiton on your own; you have to book a tour and follow a Hobbiton guide through the set.

How much does it cost to visit Hobbiton?

Prices would range from $75-$195 NZD (~$48-125 US Dollars) depending on which tour you book with and when you book it (low or high season). The ticket fee includes the bus trip, entrance into Hobbiton, a two hour guided tour through the shire, and a free pint at the Green Dragon.

Can you stay overnight at Hobbiton?

Hobbiton does NOT allow overnight.

Can you go to Hobbiton without a tour?

Visiting Hobbiton on Your Own While you can drive here on your own, it is not possible to tour the movie set without a guide.

Where can I find a Hobbit Hole?

New Zealand's rugged scenery was the location for much of the Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit films, but it was a 1,250 acre working sheep farm on North Island that became Hobbiton, the home of the hobbits in JRR Tolkien's fantasy land, Middle Earth.

How long is the Hobbit tour?

There are tours running almost every 15 minutes. It just takes about 2 hrs to get there from Auckland so just plan accordingly. over a year ago. The tour once you are at hobbiton takes 1.5 - 2 hours.

How far is Hobbiton from Tauranga?

47 km

Where was Lord of the Rings trilogy filmed?

New Zealand

Where should I stay when visiting Hobbiton?

Matamata Hotels and Places to Stay

Opal Hot Springs And Holiday Park. View Hotel.
Tower Road Motel. View Hotel.
Broadway Motel & Miro Court Villas. View Hotel.
ArtHouse Bed and Breakfast. View Hotel.
Matamata Central Motel. View Hotel.
Eldonwood Bed & Breakfast. View Hotel.
Horse and Jockey Inn. View Hotel.
Maple Lodge Motel.

Where was Rivendell filmed?

Kaitoke Regional Park

Is it worth going to Hobbiton?

You can only visit Hobbiton as part of a guided tour, and this turns out to be kind of annoying. We took lots of photos and always felt we were holding up the group, which is never a nice feeling. So, in some ways it is overrated, but it is also worth it.

Do you need tickets for Hobbiton?

Tickets can be purchased on arrival if there are still places available on a tour. There is a bus which takes visitors to the Hobbiton Movie Set from the arrival area and most people have booked in advance. We did see people buying tickets for tours later in the day. over a year ago.

Which Hobbiton tour is the best?

Below are 15 of the best Hobbiton tours.

Hobbiton, Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day-Tour from Auckland.
Guided Tour of Hobbiton Movie Set.
From Tauranga, Hobbiton Movie Set Tour and Shore Excursion.
Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Tour with Buffet-Style Lunch.
Executive-Style Hobbiton Movie Set Day-Tour from Auckland.

Does Hobbiton have snow?

Yes, it does. Tolkien stated once that rainfall was frequent, and that snow was rare, but not unheard of. In the year 2911 of the Third Age the Fell Winter occured, which was a winter that was particulary harsh to the lands it affected.

What is the best time to visit Hobbiton?

Tours can sell out, even if you are not visiting during high season. Best time to take photos. The morning is the best time to take photos as the lighting is better. The afternoon hours are quieter with less visitors.

How far is Auckland from Hobbiton?

138 km

What is there to do in Hobbiton?

ACTIVITIES

Hauraki Rail Trail. The Hauraki Rail Trail is a short drive from Hamilton, Auckland and Tauranga and is accessible from the quaint townships of Thames, Paeroa, Te Aroha, Waihi and Matamata.
Bike Hire.
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour.
Matamata Gun Club.
Swim Zone Matamata.
Opal Hot Springs.
New Zealand Aviation.
Firth Tower Museum.

Where is the shire in real life?

What the coolest locations used in 'The Lord of the Rings' look like in real life. "The Shire" set in Matamata, New Zealand is a popular tourist destination. Flickr/Chris J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" series takes place in an expansive and storied land called Middle Earth.