Stables connect horse travel across Hyrule. Register a wild horse once, then ask a stable keeper to take it out at any other stable. For all fifteen locations and nearby shrines, see our stable locations guide.
Tame and register a horse
Approach a wild horse quietly from behind, mount it and press L repeatedly to soothe it. Bring stamina-restoring food for a difficult horse. Ride to a stable and speak to the keeper from outside. Registration costs 20 rupees and includes a saddle and bridle. You can register up to five horses.
Build your bond
Soothe your horse after it follows your directions, and feed it apples to improve its bond with Link. At maximum bond it becomes more dependable. A stable worker who offers customization can change an eligible horse’s mane, saddle and bridle. Epona and the Giant Horse have fixed equipment.
Board and retrieve horses
Speak to the stable keeper to board your current horse or take out a registered one. You do not need to ride back to the stable where you first registered it. Whistle when your horse is nearby; ordinary horses cannot instantly travel across the whole map.
Rest and prepare
A normal bed costs 20 rupees and restores health. A soft bed costs 40 rupees and adds one temporary yellow heart. Choose when to wake up to change the time of day. Use the cooking pot and check Beedle’s stock before setting out.
Special horses and Ancient Horse Gear
The Royal White Stallion and Giant Horse have their own quests. Epona requires a compatible amiibo. The Ancient Saddle and Ancient Bridle belong to the Expansion Pass; the saddle lets eligible horses answer your whistle from a distance, subject to area restrictions. These are Breath of the Wild systems: Pony Points and towing are features of Tears of the Kingdom.