Charleston Horse & Carriage Historic Sightseeing Tour

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60 minutes (Approx.)
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Experience the beauty and history of downtown Charleston from underneath the awning of a horse drawn carriage. Listen to the rich stories told by your engaging guide as you are lead through a time of revolution and splendor. This relaxing 1-hour, fully narrated group tour leads you through the quaint and charming streets of downtown Charleston. You will see beautiful gardens and parks, stately mansions, historic churches and buildings all the while learning about the people and events that shaped the history of this "Holy City". Tours depart approximately every 30 minutes beginning at 9:30am and your specific start time will be assigned to you upon check-in.

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Things To Know

  • Opportunity to engage with the horses up close ahead of or after tour
  • See beautiful gardens and parks, stately mansions, and historic churches
  • Professional guide
  • 1-Hour Historic Horse & Carriage Ride of Charleston
  • Learn about the people and events that shaped the history of this "Holy City"
  • Photo opportunities with the horses
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.

What's included in the package

Itinerary

Charleston City Market

All tours start and finish in the Historic City Market where you are free to enjoy your next Charleston adventure.

Battery & White Point Gardens

Stops along the way vary depending on which route through the historic district we are given by the City of Charleston. There are several tour routes possible, and highlights of your tour could include notable sites such as historic White Point Gardens, better known as “The Battery.” These highlights are just a fraction of all the incredible historic sights you might see on one of our tours around Charleston, depending on which route your tour takes. All tours finish in the Historic City Market where you are free to enjoy your next Charleston adventure.

Rainbow Row

Stops along the way vary depending on which route through the historic district we are given by the City of Charleston. There are several tour routes possible, and highlights of your tour could include notable sites such as Rainbow Row. These highlights are just a fraction of all the incredible historic sights you might see on one of our tours around Charleston, depending on which route your tour takes. All tours finish in the Historic City Market where you are free to enjoy your next Charleston adventure.

Nathaniel Russell House

Stops along the way vary depending on which route through the historic district we are given by the City of Charleston. There are several tour routes possible, and highlights of your tour could include notable sites such as historic Nathaniel Russell House. These highlights are just a fraction of all the incredible historic sights you might see on one of our tours around Charleston, depending on which route your tour takes. All tours finish in the Historic City Market where you are free to enjoy your next Charleston adventure.

St. Philip's Church

Stops along the way vary depending on which route through the historic district we are given by the City of Charleston. There are several tour routes possible, and highlights of your tour could include notable sites such as St Philips Church. These highlights are just a fraction of all the incredible historic sights you might see on one of our tours around Charleston, depending on which route your tour takes. All tours finish in the Historic City Market where you are free to enjoy your next Charleston adventure.


Where to meet and pickup

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting / End Points

  • 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)

Ticket Redemption

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Reviews By Other Travelers

4.6
Based on 282 reviews

What do other 282 guests say about Charleston Horse & Carriage Historic Sightseeing Tour

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BruceB
5
Aug 2024
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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sandil835
4
Aug 2024
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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W1809KCmatthewm
5
Jul 2024
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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Carolina Polo and Carriage Company

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Things to know

Included
  • Opportunity to engage with the horses up close ahead of or after tour
  • See beautiful gardens and parks, stately mansions, and historic churches
  • Professional guide
  • 1-Hour Historic Horse & Carriage Ride of Charleston
  • Learn about the people and events that shaped the history of this "Holy City"
  • Photo opportunities with the horses
Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
Additional Information
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.

Payment Methods

Accept all major debit and credit cards
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