Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set for the ultimate behind-the-scenes look at where 'The Lord of the Rings' and the 'Hobbit' trilogies were filmed. You and your small group beat the crowds to this popular attraction near Matamata, a small agricultural town approximately 2.5 hours' drive from Auckland, arriving before the site opens to the general public. During the private tour, your guide will take you places that were usually only accessed by the film crews. It's the perfect day for fans of Gandalf and the gang!