Hobbiton Mill and double-arched bridge

Located just outside the small and quiet town of Matamata in the North Island of New Zealand, Hobbiton became one of the most visited and crowded attractions linked to the trilogies of Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Located in the heart of the Waikato region, about 2 hours drive south of Auckland, Hobbiton is a must for cinephiles and fans of the films directed by Peter Jackson and based on the works of J. R. R. Tolkien who visit New Zealand.