The Lord of the Rings Filming Locations
Journey through Middle-earth and discover the breathtaking filming locations from The Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit films. Explore New Zealand's stunning landscapes that brought Tolkien's epic fantasy world to life.
Explore All The Lord of the Rings Filming Locations
All The Lord of the Rings Filming Locations
A meek Hobbit from the Shire and eight companions set out on a journey to destroy the powerful One Ring and save Middle-earth from the Dark Lord Sauron.
While Frodo and Sam edge closer to Mordor with the help of the shifty Gollum, the divided fellowship makes a stand against Sauron's new ally, Saruman, and his hordes of Isengard.
Gandalf and Aragorn lead the World of Men against Sauron's army to draw his gaze from Frodo and Sam as they approach Mount Doom with the One Ring.
A reluctant Hobbit, Bilbo Baggins, sets out to the Lonely Mountain with a spirited group of dwarves to reclaim their mountain home and the gold within it from the dragon Smaug.
The dwarves, along with Bilbo Baggins and Gandalf the Grey, continue their quest to reclaim the Lonely Mountain, their homeland, from the dragon Smaug.
Bilbo Baggins and company are forced to engage in a war against an array of combatants and keep the Lonely Mountain from falling into the hands of a rising darkness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where were the The Lord of the Rings Filming Locations movies filmed?
The The Lord of the Rings Filming Locations film series was primarily filmed in the United Kingdom, with additional locations in other countries. Our interactive map shows all 144 filming locations across the 6 films in the series.
Can I visit the The Lord of the Rings Filming Locations filming locations?
Yes! Most of the filming locations are accessible to the public. Some are tourist attractions specifically catering to The Lord of the Rings Filming Locations fans, while others are regular locations that can be visited. Check each location's details for visiting information, opening hours, and tips.
How many The Lord of the Rings Filming Locations movies are there?
There are 6 films in the main The Lord of the Rings Filming Locations series, released between 2001 and 2014.
What is the highest-rated The Lord of the Rings Filming Locations film?
According to IMDb ratings, the highest-rated film in the series has a rating of 9.0/10. You can see all ratings and explore filming locations for each film on this page.