Charleston Carriage Tour: Historic Downtown Sights

Experience the beauty and history of downtown Charleston on a fully narrated horse and carriage tour. Learn about the people and events that shaped the history of this ‘Holy City’. Book now!

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Charleston City Market - All tours start and finish in the Historic City Market where you are free to enjoy your next Charleston adventure.
What's Included
  • Engage with horses up close
  • Beautiful gardens, mansions, and historic churches
  • Professional guided tour
  • 1-Hour Historic Horse & Carriage Ride
  • Insights into Charleston’s history
  • Horse photo opportunities
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Discover the charm and historical significance of downtown Charleston as you travel underneath the shade of a horse-drawn carriage’s awning. Delve into the captivating narratives delivered by your knowledgeable guide as you journey through an era of transformation and grandeur. This tranquil 1-hour group tour, complete with narration, guides you through the enchanting lanes of downtown Charleston. You’ll pass by gorgeous gardens and parks, grand houses, time-honored churches and historic buildings, all the while absorbing stories about the influential individuals and momentous events that have shaped the story of this ‘Holy City’. Tours set out roughly every 30 minutes starting at 9:30am, and you will be allotted a specific tour commencement time during check-in.

  • Please note: Routes are chosen prior to departure on the date of travel. This is determined by a City of Charleston Tourism official and is out of the control of the local operator.
  • Please note: Tours depart approximately every 30 minutes starting at 9:30am on a first come first served basis, you will be assigned a specific departure time when you check in for your tour on the day of travel.
Location
45 Pinckney St
Pinckney Street
Directions: Please check in with an attendant at the desk inside our barn at 45 Pinckney Street. Dates: Tours depart approximately every 20 to 30 minutes from 9:30 am to 5pm during daylight savings (the last carriage will depart at 4pm during non-daylight savings time)
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Bruceb
Aug 5, 2024
A Must Tour - This is a great way to see the city. The driver was knowledgeable as well as funny. I’d highly recommend it.
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W1809kcmatthewm
Jul 28, 2024
Great! - The tour guide was very friendly, funny, and knowledgeable! Overall it was an amazing tour and I will absolutely go on this again.
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Amysc9084nk
Jul 25, 2024
Great experience! - Great way to see the city and learn about the history of various things. Very good and worth the money! I also love how well they take care of the horses! Highly recommend!
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Amy_s
Jul 24, 2024
Girls Trip Activithy - Our group loved the event, it was located at a convenient location, we felt the activity was safe and we were really impressed with the humane treatment of the horses.
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Robert_k
Jun 16, 2024
Engaging - A.K. Our tour guide and driver was excellent in every way. You could hear him clearly and his knowledge of Charleston was amazing
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Heather
Jun 15, 2024
Great city tour! - Everyone we encountered was very pleasant. Chico navigated us through the busy streets effortlessly while Daniel kept us entertained with both local lore and historical events. We had a great time!
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Bethtravelusa
Jun 11, 2024
knowledgeable and entertaining - guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. learned a lot about the history of Charleston. Smooth ride. Carriage is comfortable.
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Pam_s
Jun 9, 2024
A Must Do Excursion!! - Fantastic guide- slow pace - extremely educational!! Everyone is friendly and helpful. So happy we chose this excursion!!
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Sandil835
Aug 4, 2024
Fun Tour - Fun ride but had already done a two hr walking tour with a local guide so already had much of the history in more depth. Always enjoyable to be riding around a city in a horse and carriage especially on a hot day and you can catch the breeze.
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Jim_m
Jul 11, 2024
Carriage rides - Tim was a great person to take you around Charlton. The only problem is he had to stayi a zone. Would definitely recommend this to others.
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