- Charleston Carriage Works - For centuries, Charleston has been a center of culture, elegance, charm, and national history. Established by the British in 1670, it quickly became one of America’s most significant cities. Over the years, Charleston has flourished and transformed while maintaining its unique character.
A stunning harbor rich in history and scenic beauty. Centuries-old homes meticulously preserved by their proud owners. Cobblestone streets. Unique shops and vendors. Charleston offers it all. We invite you to discover her through a Carriage Tour experience that is as classic and unique as the city itself. Each tour lasts an hour and covers 2-3 miles of Charleston’s residential Historic District. They are narrated by some of Charleston’s finest city-licensed tour guides who are eager to share their local knowledge with you. Tours load and depart approximately every 30 minutes from our stable at 20 Anson Street.
- Rainbow Row - The horse and carriage often pass by the famous Rainbow Row, allowing guests to admire the beautiful pastel colors and learn about life in Charleston when these historic homes were built.
- Joe Riley Waterfront Park - The horse and carriage tour frequently passes by the picturesque Joe Riley Waterfront Park, offering stunning views of the Cooper River and lush greenery along the waterfront.
- Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon - The horse and carriage tour often passes by the Old Exchange Building and Provost Dungeon, one of Charleston’s most historic sites, known for hosting President George Washington during his visit to South Carolina.
- Battery & White Point Gardens - The Horse & Carriage tour often passes by the renowned Charleston Battery and White Point Gardens. Once a place of protection for the city at the tip of the peninsula, this beautiful park is now a popular spot for both locals and visitors.
- 1-hour carriage tour of Charleston’s Historic District
- City-Licensed Professional Tour Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
One hour of unforgettable Charleston history carefully tailored to your interests. This private tour with Charleston Carriage Works will uncover the secret gems hidden throughout the city and leave you with some interesting pieces of history to share with your family and friends. A private tour seats up to four people and is filled with all of the charm that you’d expect in a classic horse drawn carriage tour. Our experienced guides are ready and able to answer all of your pressing questions and can steer the content of the tour in whatever direction suits your party. Upon exiting the carriage tour, feel free to tour the barn at 20 Anson Street to get a feel for the care and love that we give to each and every horse in our herd. We look forward to hosting you soon!
- Children 2 years and under are free but must sit on the lap of a parent or guardian. You always have the option of purchasing a seat for your child.
- Subject to weather. If canceled due to bad weather, you can choose an alternative time or full refund
- Please check-in 15-minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. Failure to do so may result in your reservation being delayed to a later time.
- Carriages can accommodate up to 16 passengers.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
