Charleston Carriage Tour: Historic City Ride

Experience the charm of Charleston on a private horse-drawn carriage tour. Explore historic streets, admire notable houses and gardens, and learn fascinating stories of the city’s past.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Palmetto Carriage Works - Enjoy carriage tours provided by Palmetto Carriage Works.
  • Charleston City Market - Experience the Charleston City Market during a Private Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston.
  • St. Philip’s Church - The carriage ride includes a view of the renowned St. Philip’s Church, the oldest congregation in the U.S. south…
What's Included
  • Private Narrated Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride of Historic Charleston
  • Experience 25-30 blocks of Charleston’s historic downtown district
  • See top Charleston sites such as Rainbow Row and Charleston City Market
  • Learn about buildings, history, architecture, flora and the people of the ‘Holy City’
  • Small-Group for a more personalized experience (1-4…
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • The City’s mandated lottery system determines the tour routes. Landmarks are not guaranteed.
Additional Information

Embark on a charming journey through the heart of Charleston with our exclusive private horse and carriage tour. Ideal for couples, families, or small groups, this tailored experience allows you to explore the city’s rich history and beautiful architecture at a relaxed pace. As you settle into the comfortable carriage, your certified guide will share…

Location
8 Guignard St
Guignard Street
The Big Red Barn 8 Guignard Street Charleston, SC 29401
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Mereabridges
May 24, 2026
We got the best!! - What an awesome way to spend a Friday afternoon. Our driver was Brian, he was friendly, knowledgeable, and courteous. We would highly recommend Brian and this company for a carriage ride through downtown Charleston.. yes, we will return and ride again!! Thanks for a great experience!!
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Suzannekw5311wm
May 23, 2026
BEST TOUR - Bill was FANTASTIC! He was so knowledgable and friendly! We absolutely LOVED the tour and our tour guide Bill!
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Peter_l
May 12, 2026
Exceeded expectations! ... - Exceeded expectations! Our carriage was guided by Evan who was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Charleston. And Deuce the horse was the best!!!
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Csomdal
Apr 27, 2026
On the road with Bronson and Howard in Charleston! - Awesome, knowledgeable, funny, kind guide Bronson and horse Howard. Palmetto shows great respect towards their horses!
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769rhondao
Apr 26, 2026
Best personal carriage tour in Charleston with Michael C. - Wonderful experience with Michael C. He was so knowledgeable about Charleston! He and his father are the only father and son 7 generations tour guides. AMAZING!
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Maureen_w
Apr 11, 2026
A must-do Charleston experience - A fun, must-do activity when visiting Charleston! Our tour guide was hilarious and informative. We had a great time.
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Pamela_m
Apr 3, 2026
Amazing Experience! - Austin was awesome! Great stories and super knowledgeable. Private carriage is the only way to go! Would do it again. :)
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Susan
Apr 1, 2026
Private Horsedrawn Carriage Ride - Our driver was Bob Witcraft who is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. He made the tour so interesting and entertaining. We highly recommend Bob and his beautiful horse named Harmony.
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Pierre_f
Mar 25, 2026
A Charleston Must Do - The carriage driver/tour guide was so knowledgeable about the history of the area and he was very entertaining. We really enjoyed it.
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Lori_r
May 21, 2026
Private Carriage Tour - Charleston, SC - Great private carriage tour! Our guide, Troy was knowledgeable, funny and very engaging – we learned a lot and had a wonderful time. The only downside was not seeing some of the iconic Charleston spots due to the city-assigned route lottery, but that was outside of the company’s control. Overall, a very enjoyable experience.
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From $325 (Per Vehicle)
up to 15 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).