Private Daytime Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston

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: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Charleston City Market - Pass through the Charleston City Market during your Private Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston
  • Palmetto Carriage Works - Carriage tours offered through Palmetto Carriage Works
What's Included
  • Explore 25-30 blocks of Charleston’s historic downtown
  • Gain insights into the city’s buildings, history, architecture, and local flora
  • Pricing is per group for 1-4 passengers, select quantity ‘1’ at checkout
  • Visit top sights like Rainbow Row and Charleston City Market
  • Enjoy an intimate, Small-Group experience (1-4 people)
  • Be guided by a professional driver/guide
  • Experience a Private Narrated Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Experience the quaint charm of Charleston on this Exclusive Intimate Group Narrated 60-minute Horse & Carriage trip. Traverse the historical avenues of the ancient walled town and immerse yourself in the exclusivity of the vis-a-vis carriage as you meander past remarkable and scenically appealing residences, gardens, estates, churches, and parks. Listen to captivating tales of Charleston as you journey past prime landmarks like City Market or Rainbow Row, and gain insight about structures, history, architectural design, foliage, and the inhabitants that constitute the “Holy City.’

Ensure to choose (1) during checkout for group pricing per carriage. Each carriage has a capacity of 1-4 individuals per group.

  • Please select (1) during checkout for the group pricing. Can accommodate 1-4 people per group.
  • A maximum of 4 people per group
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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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Goohiostate
Jul 8, 2024
If Budget Allows, Highly Recommend a Private Tour - If your budget allows, our private carriage tour was wonderful! Although the public ones seemed fine, the private one just seemed "special" versus the more standard approach. Our guide was very informative about the history of the City as well as explaining the different areas to explore in more detail later. The private tour allowed our questions to be answered versus those from others that we may have already knew the answer to. Highly recommend doing a carriage tour -- either private or public -- on your first full day in Charleston.
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Jerry_h
Jun 9, 2024
Fun, well arranged, on time - Great experience! Thoughtfully designed route. Guide Luke was funny, friendly and knowledgeable. They take great care of their horses too. Overall a tremendously enjoyable experience!
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Diane_a
May 19, 2024
Wonderful time - Our driver, Mike, was absolutely wonderful. Very informative and very friendly. Our horse, Gary, was also fantastic. Thank you
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Northstar1345678
Mar 25, 2024
Outstanding - What an amazing experience. Our guide was personable and knowledgeable. The staff was so friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Jane_r
Mar 20, 2024
Our Horse Carriage ride in Charleston - Our tour guide Bob! He was the BEST! We have a unique situation with my sister-in-law. Several years back she a had a tramatic injury, which left her with many disorders. Mostly she blurts out obscenities and we had no control. I told Bob of the situation and he was so kind to over look the situation and make our carriage ride not only enjoyable but learned so much about Charleston we never knew. Every question we asked he was able to answer with so much enthusiasm. Bob was so genuine he made us feel like friends not just passengers on a carriage ride. I booked the trip over the phone. When we got there my name was on the time slot I booked and they got us loaded up promptly. They provided complimentary water for the trip and were so friendly. Once again I can not stress the absolute pleasure Bob was. Thanking you from all of us Bob! Sincerely, Jane Ryan and Family.
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Rex_s
Nov 2, 2023
Recommend Highly! - The architecture of the cities beautiful historic buildings and gardens. We came a little early and they let us go early. It was an unforgettable experience. Thank You!
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Rhh_go_gators
Oct 17, 2023
Great tour of Charleston! - Had an excellent tour of Charleston! Driver was Bubba with his fine horse, Mello Yellow!! Great historical sights and information. Highly recommend this tour company!!
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Michael_s
Oct 8, 2023
Great time - The ride was very relaxing. The guide was very very knowledgeable and friendly. It was a wonderful experience.
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Angela_h
May 29, 2024
Family trip - Average private tour. our guide was good. I had seen several carriages on battery. I wanted to see and get history on the old houses around that area. apparently they can’t do that tour after 6:00. I booked a 6:30. I had also booked for an hour. It’s was more like 45 minutes and we were dropped off a block or two from our car. For a private tour it was just lackluster.
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Marcia_l
Oct 31, 2023
Disappointing - Our driver and horse were very good (Bubba and Bosch) but rest of trip less than memorable and we paid way to much for a private carriage ride. Just didn’t see any interesting sites.
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