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Can You Take Photographs at Hobbiton and Wētā Workshop?


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Photography is welcome at Hobbiton, although drones and tripods are not permitted. Bring a camera or phone to capture your Hobbiton Movie Set visit.

At Wētā Workshop Experiences in Wellington, photography is allowed in selected rooms and restricted in others because of production requirements. Your guide will explain where you can take photographs.

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