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Private Daytime or Evening Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston
Badge of ExcellenceCharleston, United States
From USD 265.00
per group (up to 1)
Select Date and Travellers
Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance.
Charleston Tours
Attractions
- 1 hour
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Explore Charleston in an intimate horse-drawn carriage during this private tour. Get personalized attention from your guide while riding through the historic streets of the old walled town.
- Private horse-drawn carriage ride through Charleston
- Choice of departure times to suit your schedule
- Private guide for personalized attention
- Flexible itinerary for your group of up to 4 people
What's Included
- Private Narrated Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride of Historic Charleston
- Small-Group for a more personalized experience (1-4 People)
- See top Charleston sites such as Rainbow Row and Charleston City Market.
- Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
- 8 Guignard St8 Guignard St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
The Big Red Barn 8 Guignard Street Charleston, SC 29401
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Find your way to the Big Red Bar on Guignard Street, where you'll meet your private guide. Climb into the horse-drawn vis-à-vis carriage, where you'll sit face to face with the other members of your party.
Ride through the historic streets of Charleston's walled old town while your guide provides narrative on the city's history. Pass stately mansions and historic churches; learn about their architecture and take photos. Admire the green parks and gardens that dot the city streets. Because this is a private tour, you'll have plenty of time to ask questions and your itinerary is flexible.
Return to your departure point at the end of your tour.
Ride through the historic streets of Charleston's walled old town while your guide provides narrative on the city's history. Pass stately mansions and historic churches; learn about their architecture and take photos. Admire the green parks and gardens that dot the city streets. Because this is a private tour, you'll have plenty of time to ask questions and your itinerary is flexible.
Return to your departure point at the end of your tour.
Charleston City Market
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Powder Magazine (Pass By)
Battery & White Point Gardens (Pass By)
Rainbow Row (Pass By)
Palmetto Carriage Works (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Please select (1) during checkout for the group pricing. Can accommodate 1-4 people per group.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Near public transportation
- Most travellers can participate
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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Q:Where does the Private Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston depart from?
A:All of our tours begin and end at the Big Red Barn at 8 Guignard Street, one block from the City Market.
Apr. 2021
Q:Is parking available for the Private Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston?
A:There are multiple parking garages and lots near the City Market. You can also park at the Visitor’s Center and ride the free Downtown Area Shuttle (DASH) to the Market.
Apr. 2021
Q:Can I bring my young child with me on the Private Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston?
A:Absolutely! This tour is fun for the whole family!
Apr. 2021
Q:How long is the Private Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston?
A:The carriage tour is approximately one hour long.
Apr. 2021
Q:Is the Private Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston narrated?
A:Yes, we only hire guides who are members of the Palmetto Guild of Certified Tour Guides. In order to be certified, guides must pass an extensive test facilitated by the City of Charleston and attend recertification classes every three years.
Apr. 2021
Q:What will I see during the Private Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston?
A:Charleston’s historic district is the 2nd largest in the world, so it would take hours to see all of it. There are 5 zones where your carriage tour might go – each one is full of fascinating history and beautiful homes, churches, and gardens.
Apr. 2021
Q:How many people does the carriage seat during the Private Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston?
A:Our private carriage rides seat up to four guests for the perfect, intimate tour of the beautiful city of Charleston.
Apr. 2021
Q:Can I bring snacks/drinks with me on the Private Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston?
A:Absolutely! We sell drinks and snacks in our Barn Shop, or you can bring your own. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed in accordance with the City’s “open container” law.
Apr. 2021
Q:Is the Private Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston handicap accessible?
A:Our carriages pull up to a boarding platform in the Big Red Barn which is almost level with the carriages. There is a bit of a gap to step over, but we have a ramp leading to the platform, and we can assist as needed.
Apr. 2021
Q:Can I bring my service animal with me on the Private Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston?
A:Absolutely. We can accommodate service animals with advance notice. Please specify if you would like to bring a dog in the "Special Requirements" box at checkout.
Apr. 2021
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Great experience
Joe_M, June 2023
We booked a evening tour, as it was our Anniversary. We enjoyed it immensely and will do it again, next time we return. A big shout out to Alex for being very accommodating and really helping us out. We won't forget it.
Private tour worth the money
Mark_G, June 2023
Bruce was a great guide. Lots of interesting history in Charleston, wish we did it on our first day here instead of our last. Highly recommend.
Amazing guided tour in private carriage
Nathan_M, Nov 2022
We took the private carriage ride and it was absolutely perfect! Our guid was amazing, knowledgeable, and funny! Highly recommend!
It was ok. It was not...
Trish_S, Aug 2022
It was ok. It was not bad, but it wasn't great either. It was pretty expensive for what we got in 30 minutes.
Wonderful Experience
Alicja_W, July 2022
Wonderful experience. Very knowledgeable driver. Highly recommend private tour! Our family really enjoyed it.
Outstanding carriage...
William_G, May 2022
Outstanding carriage tour. The driver was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable. Fun experience.
South Carolina here I come!! Home of Shrimp and Grits 💕
Linda_V, Apr 2022
Sean our tour guide was very knowledgeable. The one thing we all learned was the fact that Charleston SC is one of the only cities in the country with the most historic history and with the most churches in the community. It is absolutely Beautiful and quaint and can’t wait to come back. Great restaurants too!!
Recommend this tour
Faye_K, Oct 2021
The driver was very friendly and knowledgeable. would highly recommend this tour. Beautiful city and friendly people
Learned some Charleston history
HUBERT_H, July 2021
Very knowledgeable carriage driver. Learned a lot about historical sites. Carriages were beautiful and clean. We the loved the horses.
Disappointing
Peter_D, July 2021
Ride was only 50 minutes rather than 60. Route was VERY disappointing..did not see any historic sites...took us through residential areas. Not worth the money, will not use this provider again.
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