Historic Charleston Carriage Tour

STARTS AT

$45

OVERVIEW

Tour Charleston’s Historic District by Horse-Drawn Carriage

Palmetto Carriage Works is the oldest provider of Charleston Horse Carriage Tours and has developed one of the best Charleston Historic Tours 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. Explore our historic city on an unforgettable one-hour Charleston, SC carriage ride!

Key Points on This Historic Residential Carriage Tour

Parking is limited in the area where our barn is located, please give yourself ample time to find parking before your tour. Click here for a map of nearby parking.

Experience 25-30 blocks of Charleston’s historic downtown district.

See houses, gardens, mansions, churches, and parks.

Learn about buildings, history, architecture, flora, and the people that make up the “Holy City.”

Learn everything that Charleston has to offer on a Palmetto Carriage tour.

Tour begins and ends at the Big Red Barn: 8 Guignard St.

The City of Charleston's mandated lottery system determines which of the five routes is taken within the historic district on any given tour. Routes and/or landmarks cannot be guaranteed.

UPGRADE TO A PRIVATE TOUR

Make your experience even more memorable with a private carriage tour. You’ll enjoy the same scenic route and tour length, but with a more personalized touch — just you, your group, and your guide. Ask questions, set the pace, and take in the sights without the crowd. It’s the perfect way to explore Charleston in comfort and style. Starting at $250 per carriage, your Charleston tour can be a personalized experience tailored for your group to enjoy together.

Cancellation Policy

Group carriage tickets may be canceled up to 1 hour before the tour begins, and you will receive a full refund. Group carriage tickets may also be rescheduled up to 1 hour before the tour begins. Tours rescheduled within 1 hour of your tour time are subject to a $25 rebooking fee. Please call 843-723-8145 to make changes to your reservation.

Historic Charleston Carriage Tour

STARTS AT

$45

Duration: 1 Hour

Our carriages fit up to 16 people! We have 4 rows, with 4 seats per row

Every 30 minutes, 9am-5pm Mar-Oct, 9am-4pm Nov-Feb

Weekly Availability: Daily

Yearly Availability: Year Round

(*Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day*)

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The Best Charleston, SC Carriage Tours Top Rated by Tripadvisor & Google

We are the premier company for unforgettable horse-drawn carriage rides in Charleston, SC. Immerse yourself in the captivating charm of historic Charleston as you embark on an extraordinary journey through its cobblestone streets, guided by our experienced and knowledgeable guides.