Travel back to Colonial times aboard a horse-drawn carriage and discover more than 300 years of history on this guided, 1-hour tour of Charleston. See the many mansions, churches and gardens of yesteryear on this narrated tour around historic Charleston. Enjoy the romantic clip-clop sound as this educational adventure winds through the streets and learn about this ‘Holy City’ and its rich history and role in Civil War times.
Experience the romance of a horse-drawn carriage tour
Learn about Charleston’s storied past from the tour guide
See one of the most historic buildings in America
Fun for the entire family
What To Expect
Charleston City Market
All tours start and finish in the Historic City Market where you are free to enjoy your next Charleston adventure.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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.
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
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.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Include
1-Hour Historic Horse & Carriage Ride of Charleston
Professional guide
See beautiful gardens and parks, stately mansions, and historic churches
Learn about the people and events that shaped the history of this “Holy City”
Opportunity to engage with the horses up close ahead of or after tour
Photo opportunities with the horses
Exclude
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities