
Royal Riding Hall
Királyi Lovarda
Budavári Palota, Csikós udvar, 1014 Budapest

The Royal Riding Hall is a historic event venue in the Csikós Courtyard of the Royal Palace in Buda Castle, Budapest. The 640 m² hall, with a ceiling height of nearly 15 metres, hosts conferences, gala dinners, corporate events and weddings. Guest capacity depends on the layout and event requirements and is confirmed individually.
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 Restaurant & Café (Főőrség)
Spaces and layouts
| Space | m² | Standing | Seated | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standing reception | 300 | |||
| Round-table dinner | 300 | |||
| Theatre style | 300 | |||
| U-shape | 80 |
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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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