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A nighttime carriage ride where history whispers and shadows linger. When the sun sets on Charleston in October, the city takes on a different kind of beauty. Gas lamps flicker to life, casting long shadows on cobblestone streets. The air is cooler, quieter — and somehow heavier with stories waiting to be told. It’s the…

Spooky season calls for stories. Here are a few favorite Charleston legends shared by Palmetto’s expert guides. When the air turns crisp in October and Charleston’s cobblestone streets glow under gas lamps, the city feels alive with stories. Some are historical, some are legendary, and some live somewhere in between. At Palmetto Carriage Works, our…

From history buffs to thrill-seekers, there’s a Palmetto Carriage Works tour for everyone. Here’s how to choose your perfect ride. Charleston is filled with charm, and there’s no better way to experience it than by horse-drawn carriage. At Palmetto Carriage Works, we offer three distinct tours to match every mood, interest, and occasion. Whether you’re…

Where Charleston’s Carriage Tours Begin and Bonds Are Built If you’ve ever taken a Palmetto Carriage Works tour, you’ve experienced Charleston with the guidance of our expert storytellers and the gentle pace of our horses. But before the clip-clop begins, there’s an entire world of care, preparation, and teamwork happening inside the Big Red Barn.…

Charleston, South Carolina, is a city where the whispers of history wind down cobblestone streets and rustle the leaves of stately Southern live oaks. Amidst the lazy, humid heat of a summer afternoon, the gentle clip-clop of horse hooves precedes the creaking wheels of 18th-century carriages, just as they did more than 250 years ago. …

Charleston, South Carolina is older than the nation it helped create. Founded in 1670, the “Holy City” has stood witness to every major chapter of American history, including pirate raids in the early 18th century, the boom‑and‑bust cycles of King Cotton, the Siege of Charleston in 1780, the first shots of the Civil War, and two World…

When the summer heat sets in, it’s not just people who feel the effects—our four-legged friends do too. Whether they’re pulling carriages, participating in shows, or simply enjoying a day out in the pasture, horses are prone to the same heat-related issues we face. At Palmetto Carriage Works, we take the well-being of our horses…

On April 22, Earth Day will be celebrated around the world as an opportunity to collectively appreciate the planet’s natural resources, ecosystems, and biodiversity. With a focus on environmental protection and sustainability, Earth Day represents a call to address pressing issues like pollution, climate change, deforestation, and wildlife conservation.  An important message of Earth Day…

Springtime in Charleston is a sensory treat of blooming azaleas and perfect temperatures. Unsurprisingly, this transformation means that more events and activities are on the books for visitors and residents to enjoy.  This April is no exception, and an array of festivals, performances, and attractions are already scheduled for the upcoming month. To identify the…

Charleston is a city that’s rich in history, but it’s also a place filled with personality—an essence that Palmetto Carriage Works captures with every tour. As the oldest provider of Charleston horse carriage tours, Palmetto Carriage Works is dedicated to offering visitors a one-of-a-kind experience through the streets of Charleston, blending history, humor, and southern…