Matamata is a rural town near Hamilton in the Waikato region of the North Island of New Zealand. The total population is about 12,000, of whom about 6000 live in the township. Matamata is an easy two hours' drive south of Auckland on State Highway 27.
The filming of The Lord of the Rings movies in the area has created a lot of excitement and pride in the town. The Alexander farm near Matamata was used as the Hobbiton movie set in the big budget film version of The Lord of the Rings trilogy.
To celebrate the launch of the first The Lord of the Rings film, the town changed its name to Hobbiton for a short time and Hobbiton burgers were on sale.
Matamata has much to offer visitors. The Matamata Information Centre, under the trees on 45 Broadway, can help you plan your stay in the region. You'll be able to obtain expert and impartial advice on activities and attractions in the area and get help in finding accommodation to suit any budget. The centre is just over the railway line at the junction of State Highway 27 and State Highway 24.
Directions to Matamata
Matamata's central location makes it an ideal place to base yourself.
From Auckland: About two hours' drive south; take State Highway 27 to Matamata. The turnoff is just south of the Bombay Hills.
From Rotorua: One-hour drive.
From Taupo: One-and-a-half-hour drive.
From Tauranga: 45-minute drive.
Matamata offers a range of accommodation options and restaurants to suit any budget.
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