Discover Charleston’s charm on a one-hour horse & carriage tour. Explore historic homes, gardens, and meet the animals at the Big Red Barn.
- Palmetto Carriage Works - This is where guests will meet their tour guide and their horse or mule-drawn carriage.
- Charleston City Market - The Barn is conveniently located just off the Charleston City Market. Guests will meet their certified tour guide here and then embark on an hour-long horse or mule-drawn carriage tour. The carriage will pass through the City gate at the market where the tour guide is assigned a tour route. Guests will explore approximately 30 blocks of the historic district, featuring stunning architecture, churches, buildings, gardens, and more. The tour concludes at the Big Red Barn.
- St. Philip’s Church - The carriage ride will pass by the renowned St. Philip’s Church, the oldest congregation in the U.S. south of Virginia. Located just off the Market on Church Street, this beautiful landmark is a must-see.
- U.S. Custom House - The tour will also pass by the famous U.S. Custom House in Charleston, S.C. Construction of this iconic building began in 1852 but was paused before completion due to the potential secession of South Carolina from the Union. The building was finally completed in 1879.
- 1-hour Horse Drawn Carriage Ride of Historic Charleston
- Experience 25-30 blocks of Charleston’s historic downtown district
- Learn about buildings, history, architecture, flora, and the people that make up the ‘Holy City’
- See a mixture of houses, gardens, mansions, churches, and parks
- Professional Guide
- Special includes a personal tour of the Big Red Barn! Meet the animals and barn staff!
- Gratuities
Explore Charleston the old fashioned way. This one hour tour begins and ends in the heart of Downtown Charleston and allows guests to experience 30 blocks of Charleston’s history. From the classic Charleston Single style homes to the meticulously maintained gardens and piazzas, guests will undoubtedly feel immersed in the Lowcountry lifestyle. At the end of the tour, guests are invited to visit the Big Red Barn with one of our talented barn staff members. Meet the animals and learn about the high quality care provided to them on a day to day basis!
Palmetto Carriage Works is the oldest carriage tour company in Charleston and has developed the greatest carriage experience in the city! A Palmetto Carriage tour offers a blend of knowledge, wit, humor, and history and is exciting and ever-changing; a seamless fusion of 19th-century conveyance in a 21st-century city.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.