In Tears of the Kingdom, horses and stables are important for your journey through Hyrule. That is why we prepared this full guide about Tears of the Kingdom horses. Here is everything you need to know about the horses and stables!

All horses in Tears of the Kingdom

There are many horses in TOTK but some of them are just better than the others. Here are some of the best horses in Tears of the Kingdom:

Wild Horse

The most common horses you'll encounter are Wild Horses. You'll find them in groups, grazing in open fields near stables. These horses come with different stats, so it's a good idea to try several to see which one fits your journey best. Generally, horses with solid colors have better stats than those with dappled coats, which max out at three stars. However, the spotted horses are calmer and easier to tame.

Giant White Stallion

The Giant White Stallion has excellent strength, not stamina, and it does get tired. You can find this horse in the Faron Grasslands, south of the Highland Stables at the Lake of the Horse God. This horse requires a lot of stamina to tame, so make sure you're prepared with plenty of stamina-boosting items.

How to get the Giant White Stallion:

To find this horse, head to the southeast of Highland Stable, towards the Canyon past the Horse God Bridge, north of Ibara Butte. The area southeast of Highland Stable leads to the Horse God Malanya. Taming this horse doesn’t require a specific quest, but you will need at least two full wheels of stamina. Consider bringing stamina-restoring elixirs or food to ensure you don’t run out. Once tamed, you can take it back to the Stable to register it. Note that this horse cannot wear pull equipment or have its mane styled.

Spot

Spot is an excellent choice for early in your adventure because of his unique color— beige coat with grey dappling —and his role in a side quest. You can find Spot a little southwest of Lookout Landing.

How to find and tame Spot:

Spot's coordinates are around -0332, -0043, 0023. Spot is part of a side quest called "Spotting Spot." Completing this quest by bringing him back to his owner allows you to register him at the stables. Spot is gentle-natured and has average stats, making him a solid choice for new players.

Giant Horse

This horse, with its dark flank and fiery mane, is memorable. It is not connected to Ganondorf in this game. There are two ways to get the Giant Horse. You can tame it at Hateno Beach or transfer it from a save file from Breath of the Wild.

Golden Horse

This horse is a descendant of Zelda’s horse from the previous game. It is golden and has a gentle temperament.

How to get the Golden Horse:

To start, visit the Lucky Clover Gazette south of Rito Village. There, talk to Tracee to begin the "Potential Princess Sightings!" questline. Then, go to the Snowfield Stable and speak with Harlow to receive the "Zelda's Golden Horse" quest. You will find the Golden Horse north in the Tabantha Tundra, among a herd south of a Geoglyph. To tame it, approach it like any other horse but ensure you have a full wheel of stamina ready. Once tamed, bring it back to Harlow at the stable to complete the quest and register the horse. This quest also rewards you with a Royal Saddle and Bridle.

Epona

Epona, the legendary horse, is available through specific means in TOTK.

How to get Epona:

Epona can be summoned by using the Smash Bros. 4 Link or the Twilight Princess Link amiibo, with a high chance of appearing right in front of you. If you have Epona from a Breath of the Wild save, she will appear in the stable. Once summoned or found, take Epona to a stable to register her. She has excellent all-around stats but, like other unique horses, cannot pull a cart or have her mane styled.

What are horse stats?

Each horse in TOTK is evaluated based on four primary stats: Strength, Speed, Stamina, and Pull, each rated up to five stars. Additionally, a horse’s temperament is also rated, affecting how easily they can be controlled.

• Strength: Indicates the health of the horse.
• Speed: Determines how fast the horse can move.
• Stamina: Reflects how long the horse can run without tiring.
• Pull: Measures the ability of the horse to pull heavy loads, important for those looking to utilize their horse for carrying goods or equipment.

Horse locations in Tears of the Kingdom

Hyrule is full of horses, ready for you to tame and make your own. You can often find Wild Horses in large open areas. Some good spots to check early in the game are:

• Hyrule Field - Windvane Meadow
• Hyrule Field - Whistling Hill
• Hyrule Field - Romani Plains

How to tame horses in TOTK

Taming a horse is very easy but requires a bit of stealth and patience. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to tame a steed:

1. Approach Stealthily: Sneak up to the horse by crouching to avoid alarming it.
2. Mount: When you're close enough, press the "A" button to mount the horse.
3. Soothe: Press the 'L' bumper repeatedly to calm the horse down. If your stamina starts running low, eat some stamina-restoring food or use an elixir.
4. Register at a Stable: Once the horse is calm, ride it to a nearby stable. While still mounted, talk to the stable owner to register your new horse.
5. Build a Bond: To further bond with your horse, feed it apples. Holding an apple in your hand, approach the horse to feed it. This improves your relationship and enhances the horse's performance.

How many horses can you have in Tears of the Kingdom?

In Tears of the Kingdom, you can keep up to six horses at stables. If you tame a seventh horse, the stable owner will tell you there is no more room. If you want to add a new horse to your collection, you must let go of one of the six horses you already have stabled. This way, you can choose to keep a rare horse you find, like the giant white horse or the golden horse. Although the limit is six horses, you can easily switch between them at any stable.

Horse customization

In Tears of the Kingdom, you can personalize your horse to match your style. To start, talk to a receptionist at any Stable and select 'Customize Horse.' You can change your horse's equipment, bridle, and mane. Here is what you can change:

• Equipment: Update your horse’s saddles and bridles. As you earn more Pony Points, you’ll unlock new styles.
• Mane: Pick from a variety of mane styles to keep your horse looking sharp.

Mane customization

To change your horse’s mane, take it to a worker at certain stables who feeds the horses. This worker will ask if you want to change your horse's mane or its gear. You can only change the mane if you have a strong bond with your horse. If not, the worker won't let you change it.

All horses start with what's called a Normal Mane. But you can switch to one of these styles if you want something different:

• Braided Mane: A neatly braided style.
• Floral Mane: Decorated with flowers.
• French-Braided Mane: A complex braided style.
• Long Blue Mane: A long mane that is blue.
• Long Green Mane: A long mane that is green.
• Long Purple Mane: A long mane that is purple.
• Long Red Mane: A long mane that is red.
• Long Mane: Just a simple, long mane.
• Mohawk Mane: Styled into a mohawk.
• Normal Mane: The basic, default style.

Note that Epona and the Giant Horse can only have the Normal Mane. They cannot switch to any other style.

Stables in TOTK

There are 17 stables scattered across Hyrule in Tears of the Kingdom. Each stable offers a variety of services that help you on your journey. Here are some of the services available at nearly all stables:

• Lodging: You can rest here to recover or gain additional hearts and stamina.
• Cooking: You can cook food and elixirs and learn new recipes from a recipe poster inside the stable.
• Explore Wells: Each stable has a well that you can explore to find new resources and locations.
• Merchanting: You can buy and sell items with traveling merchants, including Beedle.
• Pony Points Ledger: You can receive rewards based on the Pony Points you have collected.
• Horse Care: You can register new horses, take care of your current ones, and customize their equipment and appearance.

All stable locations in TOTK

Here are all the stable locations in TOTK:

• Lookout Landing Mini Stable: Only available after finishing the quest "The Incomplete Stable."
• New Serenne Stable: In Hyrule Ridge, North Hyrule Plain.
• Tabantha Bridge Stable: In Hyrule Ridge, south of Mt. Rhoam and east of Tanagar Canyon.
• Lucky Clover Gazette: In Tabantha Frontier, east of Rito Village. This location does not offer Pony Points or other services.
• Snowfield Stable: In the Hebra Mountains, south of Tabantha Snowfield.
• Woodland Stable: In Eldin Canyon, west of Pico Pond.
• Foothill Stable: In Eldin Canyon, west of Cephla Lake.
• South Akkala Stable: In Akkala Highlands, on Kanalet Ridge.
• East Akkala Stable: In Deep Akkala, north of Akkala Foothill.
• Wetland Stable: In Lanayru Wetlands, east of Hylia River and Rebonae Bridge.
• Riverside Stable: In Hyrule Field, near Whistling Hill.
• Dueling Peaks Stable: In West Necluda, east of the Dueling Peaks and north of Squabble River.
• Hateno Pasture: On Mount Lanayru, east of Hateno Village. This location does not offer Pony Points or other services.
• Lakeside Stable: In Faron Grasslands, southwest of Floria Lake.
• Highland Stable: In Faron Grasslands, on Fural Plain.
• Outskirt Stable: In Hyrule Field, southwest of Aquame Lake.
• Gerudo Valley Pass Mini Stable: At the Gerudo Canyon/Hyrule Field border, across Diggdog Suspension Bridge.
• Gerudo Canyon Stable: In Gerudo Canyon, northeast of Gerudo Desert Gateway. This location offers Pony Points but no other services.

Are horses worth it in ToTK?

Yes, horses are worth using in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. They make travel faster and help you carry or tow items across long distances. You can also use the towing harness to move carts or materials, which makes exploration smoother.

Upgrading your horse increases its stamina and strength, allowing it to travel farther without stopping. Some special horses, such as the Giant White Stallion, offer better stats but are harder to tame. Horses are also helpful for exploring large open areas and reaching remote locations without wasting energy.