Aranybástya
Castle District · Csónak utca 1, 1015 Budapest
350 guests standing in the whole venue; 8 event spaces; Hanging Garden 340 m², 180 standing, 130 seated
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Royal Guard (Főőrség)
Főőrség
Royal Palace, Hunyadi udvar, 1014 Budapest
200guests at most
Faithfully keeping the mood of the turn of the century, the Royal Guard building is one of the most characterful meeting points in the Castle District. The interiors rebuilt in period style, the terrace facing the Matthias Fountain and the Lipót Room with its view over the Tabán all give private and corporate events a memorable setting.
Key facts
| Address | Royal Palace, Hunyadi udvar, 1014 Budapest |
|---|---|
| Capacity | Over 200 guests in the building; Café 100, Lipót Room 80 seated, Miklós Room 30 |
| Views and outdoor space | The terrace faces the Matthias Fountain (40 guests). The Lipót Room looks out over the Riding Hall and the Tabán. |
| Recommended for | weddings, corporate dinners, year-end events, Christmas parties, press conferences, family celebrations |
| Event types | Weddings, Corporate events, Christmas parties, Private dinners, Conferences |
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Royal Riding Hall
Royal Palace · Budavári Palota, Csikós udvar, 1014 Budapest
Up to 300 guests; a 640 m² hall nearly 15 m high; cloakroom for 300
Spaces and layouts
| Space | m² | Standing | Seated | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Café (ground floor) | 100 | Can be split for 70 and 40 guests at the same time | ||
| Terrace | 40 | Faces the Matthias Fountain | ||
| Lipót Room (upper floor) | 80 | Round tables; also suits a ball | ||
| Miklós Room | 30 | Sliding-door partition, own entrance and terrace |
Gallery
Photos: the venue.
Catering and technical
The in-house kitchen caters for events of several hundred guests. Every room has basic sound and a microphone. Sabrage and a hussar show in Csikós Court can be arranged.
Good to know
The rooms are named after the first two captains of the Hungarian Noble Guard.
Events held here
- Companies for the Future Award gala with nearly 300 business leaders (2024 to 2026, Főőrség and Riding Hall)
- The Sunday Brunch of the Budapest Wine Festival (2024, 2025)
- NOS Simple fashion show (2026)
Getting there
By car to the Castle Garage under the Royal Palace, with a lift up to Csikós Court. By bus 16, 16A or 116 to Dísz tér. More: Getting to Buda Castle.
Questions
How many guests does Royal Guard (Főőrség) hold?
Over 200 guests in the building; Café 100, Lipót Room 80 seated, Miklós Room 30.
What is Royal Guard (Főőrség) recommended for?
Weddings, corporate dinners, year-end events, Christmas parties, press conferences, family celebrations.
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Last checked: 18 September 2026 · Source: the venue's public information
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