• Palmetto Carriage Works - Begin your horse-drawn carriage adventure with a certified tour guide at Palmetto Carriage Works, also known as the Big Red Barn. Start with a quick 15-minute orientation and explore the barn before setting off on your tour of historic Charleston.
• Charleston City Market - The Big Red Barn is conveniently situated near the Charleston City Market. Here, you will meet your certified tour guide before embarking on a one-hour horse-drawn carriage ride. Your carriage will pass through the city gate at the market, where your guide will determine a unique tour route. Discover around 30 blocks of the historic district, featuring stunning architecture, beautiful churches, gardens, and more. The tour concludes back at the Big Red Barn.
• St. Philip’s Church - During your carriage ride, you will pass by the famous 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 highlight of your Charleston carriage tour.
• U.S. Custom House - The tour route also includes a view of the iconic U.S. Custom House in Charleston, S.C. Construction began in 1852 but was paused due to South Carolina’s potential secession from the Union. The building was finally completed in 1879, contributing to Charleston’s rich history.

• 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
• The City of Charleston determines which tour route each carriage receives

• Gratuities
• The City’s mandated lottery system determines the tour routes. Landmarks are not guaranteed.

Join a fascinating 1-Hour Daytime Palmetto Carriage Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour through the historic downtown area of Charleston. Navigate the streets of this storied city with a licensed tour guide who is eager to answer questions and provide insights into Charleston’s unique charm. Admire the city’s beautiful homes, lush gardens, grand mansions, quaint churches, and scenic parks while delving into its rich history, distinctive architecture, and vibrant plant life. As Charleston’s oldest carriage tour company, Palmetto Carriage Works has created an outstanding experience that blends knowledge, wit, and humor. This tour offers an engaging and lively exploration, effortlessly merging 19th-century transportation with the allure of a 21st-century city. Don’t miss the opportunity to discover the “Holy City” in this memorable way!

• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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