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Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

Overview

Travel by horse-drawn carriage along the picturesque streets of Charleston and take in the history of this South Carolina city. See highlights such as historically significant homes, churches and gardens while listening to informative commentary about the city’s role in our nation's history from your certified guide. Enjoy the relaxed pace of a carriage tour as you soak up the southern charm of Charleston.

City: Charleston

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $50.00

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Sat 16 Nov

Starting at $50.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

See Charleston highlights such as historically significant homes, churches and gardens

Belgian or Percheron Draft Horse

Certified Driver/Guide

1-Hour Horse & Carriage Sightseeing Tour of Charleston

Hear stories of the city’s role in our nation's history from your certified guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: you MUST check-in 15-minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. Failure to do so may result in your reservation being cancelled with out refund.
Carriage can transport up to 16 passengers per departure.
Children 3 years and under are free provided that they sit on the lap of a parent or guardian. If you want your child to have a seat, you must purchase a child seat.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Regular temperature checks for staff
Public carriage tours are seated up to 100% capacity, full capacity consists of up to 16 passengers with 4 guests seated per row.

What To Expect

Old South Carriage Company

Our stable is where your tour experience will begin and end. After checking in you can say hi to our draft horses, watch an educational video, purchases a bottle of water, or use our restroom. As you board your carriage via our inclined ramp / easy loading platform, your certified tour guide will greet you.

Charleston City Market

After leaving our stable, your carriage will stop at the City gate near the Market, where a route is assigned by the City of Charleston. Our industry is governed by this system in order to disperse the carriage traffic more evenly throughout the city. Your tour will cover about 30 blocks and 300+ years of history. Though specific landmarks vary by route, all tours pass by sights that give Charleston its unique charm – custom wrought iron gates, well-manicured gardens, historic mansions with picturesque piazzas, and the many church steeples of the “Holy City.”

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (1000)

jln42509

May 2022

Great initial exposure to the Holy City! Highly recommend as one of the first things you do! The horses are gorgeous and VERY WELL taken care of. Have no fear. It was educational, entertaining, and just plain fun. Go Mac! (Our fabulous horse!)

Response from Host

May 2022

Hello, thank you for taking the time and letting us know how your tour went! It has been our goal for the last 35+ years to show off our city in the best way we know how- by horse and carriage! Our amazing guides, beautiful horses, and comfortable carriages all add up to be the best way for friends and family to get to experience historic downtown Charleston. We are glad you enjoyed your tour, and thanks for choosing Old South Carriage Co. Scott B. Guest Relations Manager

Mary_D

May 2022

The tour guide was very knowable about the long history that is Charleston! Bill the horse was a very good driver!

Response from Host

May 2022

Hello, thank you so much for the review. We are so glad you enjoyed it! We pride ourselves on giving wonderful tours since 1983! Take care and be safe. Scott B. Guest Relations Manager

872kristiec

May 2022

The tour was wonderful! Prince and his human guide Amanda did a great job. Learned a lot of history about Charleston, the historical society, the horses, and even the tourism guild. Even afterwards, giving Prince a pet for a job well done, one of the other workers was able to explain how some of the houses were raised and built up several feet. So, very knowledgeable, friendly people and horses. Would recommend, especially for people who like history but aren't physically able to do the walking tours.

Response from Host

May 2022

Thank you so much for the lovely review, we believe our carriage tours offer the best way to see this beautiful city. We are pleased you had a great time!! Scott B. Guest Relations Manager