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Historic Charleston Carriage Tour

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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!

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.

Tour Information

Duration
1 Hour
Weekly Availability
Daily
Capacity
Up to 16 People
Times
Every 30 minutes, 9am-5pm
Yearly Availability
Year Round
Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Key Points

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.

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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 843-938-2126 to make changes to your reservation.

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Historic Charleston Carriage Tour

Duration: 1 Hour

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Explore Charleston’s Historic District on an unforgettable one-hour horse-drawn carriage ride! See houses, gardens, and more.

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Private Charleston Carriage Tour

Duration: 1 Hour

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Experience historic Charleston in an elegant, private vis-a-vis carriage. Explore 25-30 blocks of the city’s downtown district!

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Charleston Carriage Ghost Tour

Duration: 45 Minutes

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Dare to explore the more sinister stories of Charleston’s past on this evening carriage ride! Learn hauntings at historic sites.

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Private Evening Carriage Tour

Duration: 30 Minutes

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Enjoy Charleston in a more intimate setting with a private evening carriage tour of the old walled city. Perfect for small groups!

Wedding Carriages

Duration: Customizable

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Add a touch of timeless romance with a horse-drawn carriage! We offer transportation from churches, reception halls, and hotels.

Large Groups & Special Events

Duration: 1 Hour

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