Is there a Lord of the Rings trail in New Zealand?

Those wanting to explore more Lord of the Rings hiking tours in New Zealand can do so by undertaking a multi-day hike of the Abel Tasman Coastal Track, a varied hike filled with lush forests giving way to white sandy-shores and welcoming wildlife.

Can you visit Lord of the Rings?

There are many Lord of the Rings Tours to explore. The most popular tour locations include the Hobbiton Movie Set, located in Matamata on the North Island. Wellington is home to Weta Workshop, the set studio for all Lord of the Rings and Hobbiton movies.

Is Hobbiton still in New Zealand?

Yes, it actually exists, and yes, you can visit there. Nonetheless, it is the only remaining full movie set location from the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films. Actually, initial movie contracts stated that after a set has been used, it had to be torn down to bring New Zealand back to it’s natural, beautiful habitat.

Was LOTR all shot in New Zealand?

The Lord of the Rings trilogy was filmed entirely in New Zealand. Filming locations spanned more than 150 locations in both the North and the South Islands. From the towering Mount Doom in Mordor, to the dreamy Hobbiton™ in the Shire, New Zealand’s otherworldly landscapes brought the movies to life.

Where is the LOTR set in New Zealand?

Hobbiton
Hobbiton – Matamata Near the town of Matamata on New Zealand’s North Island is the Hobbiton set. This is actually on a farm, essentially in the middle of nowhere, which made filming here for the original trilogy quite a bit easier as it was far from prying eyes.

Is travel to New Zealand allowed?

The border is currently closed to almost all travellers to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

Can you still visit Hobbiton?

The Hobbiton Movie Set can only be visited on a guided walking tour. It’s very popular so it’s best to book as far in advance as possible, especially in summer. Tours depart daily at a number of times.

Can you stay at the Shire in New Zealand?

If you have come to New Zealand to see Middle-earth in real life, prepare to be wowed. And to make your Lord of the Rings experience even more special, you can stay in a hobbit hole. You can stay in a hobbit hole in two places not far from the Hobbiton Movie Set: Woodlyn Park Hotel.

Can you stay in the Shire?

With round doors and windows and grass growing over the top, these hobbit hole houses are as close as you can get to a stay in the Shire. Many Lord of the Rings tours include both a visit to Hobbiton and to the Waitomo Caves, so this hobbit hotel is the perfect place to stay a night between the two destinations.

Where is Middle-Earth in New Zealand?

What is this? The most recognizable location is Hobbiton — the movie set in Matamata in New Zealand’s Waikato district that was used during filming of both the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movie trilogies.

Where is Gondor in real life?

Gondor
Ruler	Kings of Gondor; Stewards of Gondor
Other name(s)	The South-kingdom
Location	Northwest Middle-earth
Capital	Osgiliath, then Minas Tirith

Are NZ borders still closed?

Where was Lord of the Rings filmed in New Zealand?

Over 150 real New Zealand locations were used, from the rolling green hills of Matamata in the North Island which we now know as Hobbiton to Queenstown’s snowy jagged mountain peaks; the Remarkables, featured as The Dimrill Dale. Experience first hand the locations filmed in The Lord of the Rings Trilogy.

Can you visit The Lord of the Rings world Park?

While the movie business centre is off-limits to visitors, The Lord of the Rings pilgrims can experience the Weta Cave. The park has an enchanting quality captured perfectly in the Lord of the Rings Trilogy.

What is the Shire and Hobbiton movie set?

The Shire and Hobbiton Movie Set. The lush dairy farming landscape around the Waikato town of Matamata was used to portray the peaceful Shire region of Middle‑earth™. The village of Hobbiton was created here. It has since been rebuilt for the filming of The Hobbit Trilogy, and will now remain as a permanent attraction.

Is there a real Hobbit village in New Zealand?

Hobbiton is a Real Place in New Zealand. This is What it Looks Like. The set was rebuilt in 2011 for the feature films “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey”, “The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug”, and “The Hobbit: There and Back Again”. It is now a permanent attraction complete with hobbit holes, gardens, bridge, Mill and The Green Dragon Inn.