Film · 2001 · Fantasy · Adventure
Where was The Lord of the Rings filmed?
A reluctant hobbit carries a corrupting ring across a continent to destroy it, in a trilogy that put New Zealand's landscapes on the world's bucket list. Some sets were struck after filming, but the Shire was rebuilt to last and the volcano that played Mount Doom still stands in its national park.
2 locations across 2 destinations
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Matamata, New Zealand
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Tongariro, New Zealand
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Good to know
- Where was The Lord of the Rings filmed?
- The Lord of the Rings was filmed in Matamata, Tongariro.
- Can you visit the The Lord of the Rings filming locations?
- Yes, these are real, visitable places. Each location below comes with the scene, an exact point on the map, and how to get there.