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Private Daytime or Evening Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston

Private Daytime or Evening Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston

Overview

Embark on a delightful journey through the heart of Charleston with our exclusive private horse and carriage tour. Perfect for couples, families, or small groups, this personalized experience invites you to explore the city’s rich history and stunning architecture at a leisurely pace. As you settle into the cozy carriage, your certified guide will share captivating stories about Charleston’s storied past, from its colonial beginnings to its vibrant present. This Charleston horse and carriage tour is the perfect way to immerse yourself into Charleston’s vibrant culture.

Begin your private tour of Charleston at the Big Red Barn, just one block off of Market Street in the heart of downtown. Our private horse and carriage tour is the ideal way to create lasting memories in this historic city.

The tour concludes back at Palmetto Carriage Works' Big Red Barn.

Please select (1) during checkout for the group pricing per carriage. Each carriage can accommodate 1-4 people per group.

City: Charleston

Mon 09 Jun

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Starting at $325.00

Make a reservation

Mon 09 Jun

Starting at $325.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

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”

Pricing at checkout is Per Group (1-4 passengers per group), please select quantity "1" at checkout

See top Charleston sites such as Rainbow Row and Charleston City Market.

Small-Group for a more personalized experience (1-4 People)

Professional Driver/Guide

Private Narrated Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride of Historic Charleston

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please select (1) during checkout for the group pricing. Can accommodate 1-4 people per group.
A maximum of 4 people per group
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

What To Expect

Palmetto Carriage Works

Carriage tours offered through Palmetto Carriage Works

Charleston City Market

Pass through the Charleston City Market during your Private Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston

St. Philip's Church

Your carriage ride will take you past the famed St. Philips Church, the oldest congregation in the U.S. south of Virginia. Just off of the Market on Church Street, this beautiful landmark is one not to miss.

U.S. Custom House

Pass by the famed U.S. Custom House in Charleston, S.C. Construction began on this iconic building in 1852 but was halted before completion due to the possibility of South Carolina succeeding from the Union. The building was finally finished in 1879.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (236)

Amazingtravels2020

Mar 2025

This was my 5th time using Tom Meadow carriage company. They are always wonderful. Highly recommend for a perfect afternoon!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you so much for your continued support and kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve had such great experiences with us. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to making your next visit just as wonderful!

H7869TIjoeh

Mar 2025

Tommy our carriage tour guy was great! Bosch the horse was magnificent! The carriage was so comfortable and made so enjoyable! Check in was easy with no wait with our private tour. Thank you so much!!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're so glad to hear you had a fantastic time on your private carriage tour with Tommy and Bosch. It's great to know the experience was comfortable and enjoyable from start to finish. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to see you again on your next visit to Charleston!

TPP215

Mar 2025

We did the single carriage ride and had a great time! The weather was perfect - sunny in the 60s. Our driver was Jason and he was friendly and extremely knowledgeable about all things Charleston. Our horse was Harmony and she was feeling her oats along our ride, but was truly a beautiful horse. We were also told about how well they treat and protect the health of Harmony and all the horses at Palmetto. If people want to protest the treatment of horses you should probably focus on horse racing, drugging them and betting. Great job Jason, Harmony and Palmetto! Highly recommend them.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear you had a great time on your tour with Jason and Harmony. It’s always fantastic to know that our guests enjoy both the informative experience and the comfort of knowing how well our horses are cared for. We truly appreciate your recommendation, and we hope to see you again on a future tour!