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 Riding Hall
Királyi Lovarda
Budavári Palota, Csikós udvar, 1014 Budapest
300guests at most
The reborn jewel of the Royal Palace's historic building complex, the Royal Riding Hall opened in 2021 and welcomes guests with striking spaces. The vast, sunlit hall imagined by Hauszmann and the stately gallery create an unrivalled setting for distinguished galas, conferences and exclusive events.
Key facts
| Address | Budavári Palota, Csikós udvar, 1014 Budapest |
|---|---|
| Capacity | Up to 300 guests; a 640 m² hall nearly 15 m high; cloakroom for 300 |
| Views and outdoor space | Csikós Court overlooks the Tabán. A lift runs up from the Castle Garage. |
| Recommended for | galas, awards, year-end events, conferences, balls, product launches, protocol events, weddings |
| Event types | Galas and awards, Corporate events, Christmas parties, Conferences, Product launches, Weddings |
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Royal Guard (Főőrség)
Royal Palace, Hunyadi udvar, 1014 Budapest
Over 200 guests in the building; Café 100, Lipót Room 80 seated, Miklós Room 30
Spaces and layouts
| Space | m² | Standing | Seated | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standing reception | 300 | |||
| Round-table dinner | 300 | |||
| Theatre style | 300 | |||
| U-shape | 80 |
Gallery
Photos: the venue.
Catering and technical
Catering is by the Főőrség and Lovarda in-house kitchen: welcome drinks, seated dinners, standing receptions, coffee breaks, Hungarian menus and drinks packages. Sound and lighting, projector, LED wall, stage, interpreting equipment and live streaming are arranged with the venue. A hussar show in Csikós Court and sabrage can be arranged.
Good to know
Events above 300 guests are assessed individually by the venue. Csikós Court can host outdoor receptions and a hussar show.
Events held here
- Effie Awards Hungary gala, 300 guests (2023, 2024, 2025)
- EASA conference dinner (2024)
- ERRA annual conference gala dinner (2023)
- BeneFit PRIZE awards (2025)
- Companies for the Future Award gala (2024 to 2026)
- The corporate event of Huawei Technologies Hungary (2021)
- The opening day of Budapest Central European Fashion Week (2022)
- The 100th anniversary gala of the Hungarian Equestrian Federation (2024)
- Love Travel Awards ceremony (2023)
- The World Karate Federation championship reception (2023)
- IBUSZ season-opening partner meeting with 150 partners (2024)
- Fair Play Awards Gala with the Hungarian Olympic Committee (2025)
Getting there
By car to the Castle Garage under the Royal Palace, with a lift straight up to Csikós Court. Two large lifts also run up from Palota út. More: Getting to Buda Castle.
Questions
How many guests does Royal Riding Hall hold?
Up to 300 guests; a 640 m² hall nearly 15 m high; cloakroom for 300.
What is Royal Riding Hall recommended for?
Galas, awards, year-end events, conferences, balls, product launches, protocol events, weddings.
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Last checked: 18 September 2026 · Source: the venue's public information
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