Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Overview
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1 hour
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Embark on a captivating 1-Hour Daytime Palmetto Carriage Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour through Charleston's historic downtown district. Explore the streets of this historic city with a licensed tour guide who will gladly answer questions and offer insight into what makes Charleston so unique. Discover the city's stunning houses, lush gardens, grand mansions, charming churches, and picturesque parks while learning about its rich history, unique architecture, and vibrant flora. As the oldest carriage tour company in Charleston, Palmetto Carriage Works has crafted an exceptional experience that combines knowledge, wit, and humor. This tour offers an exciting and dynamic exploration, seamlessly blending 19th-century conveyance with the charm of a 21st-century city. Don’t miss your chance to explore the “Holy City” in this unforgettable way!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Multiple departures available throughout the day
Charleston’s most highly-rated carriage tour
Learn about Charleston’s rich history and iconic landmarks with expert guides
Horse-drawn carriage tour of historic Charleston
Perfect family-friendly experience
Gratuities
The City's mandated lottery system determines the tour routes. Landmarks are not guaranteed.
What To Expect
Palmetto Carriage Works
Meet your certified tour guide at Palmetto Carriage Works (AKA the Big Red Barn), the starting point for your horse-drawn carriage tour. Enjoy a brief 15-minute orientation and look at our barn before embarking on your journey through historic Charleston.
Charleston City Market
Our Big Red Barn is conveniently located just off the Charleston City Market. Here, you’ll meet your certified tour guide before departing on your hour-long horse-drawn carriage ride. Your carriage will pass through the city gate at the market, where your guide will assign a unique tour route. Experience approximately 30 blocks of the historic district, showcasing stunning architecture, beautiful churches, gardens, and more. The tour concludes back at the Big Red Barn.
Options
Daytime Carriage Tour
Reviews
3,531 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great time.
fidge154,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Jason (Looney) as our guide. He was terrific. Kept it light and entertaining while being informative. We have done multiple tours with the company and they are always good fun. Would highly recommend.
Helpful knowledgeable staff
K4645JEmarkm,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing carriage tour. Vince and his horse Howard gave us a great ride. Vince is very knowledgeable about Charleston history and shared many truthful historical facts and amusing anecdotes. I must thank the entire staff for their caring assistance. I use a mobility device and thanks to their help I had no problems getting on or off the carriage. There is a ramp to take you to the platform for boarding so you avoid all steps.
Fox and America were AMAZING! Fun and entertaining tour around Charleston.
Inspire50847497174,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took a tour with Fox and America the horse. From the get, Fox was gentle and sweet with America, calming any nerves and giving him confidence and encouragement along the tour. As an advocate for animals, I loved seeing that. Fox was incredibly skilled as an engaging tour guide and educational historian. He kept us laughing and smiling. I have no doubt everyone on the carriage enjoyed themselves that afternoon.
Jason’s carriage ride through Charleston :)
Nomad45758953841,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jason did a great job! He was entertaining and informative! Would definitely do this again! It was a beautiful day and this was a fun way to see Charleston.
Great way to see downtown
joansI7484RG,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jason gave a great tour of downtown Charleston and answered all of our questions!! He interacted with us-even showed a lot of patience and humor with a young (under 2) passenger that was ready for the tour to end. 🙂
Good Tour
V8457FDjonp,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jason looney was excellent and funny. Great tour. beautiful tour of the historic district of Charleston. We would do it again. Jon and Robin
Enjoyed it!
Y3486XYashleyt,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Glad we did this tour. We enjoyed riding the beautiful historic streets seeing the houses and gardens. The guide Jason was knowledgeable about the history behind the houses we passed, which is impressive considering they are assigned one of many routes by the city at the time of departure. He kept the tour humorous too! Our horse Howard did a great job too and we got to take pictures with him and pet another horse after the tour.
Interesting, engaging tour
LivNXS,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bronson and Marla gave an amazingly good carriage tour! He had very interesting facts that we had not heard before, was extremely knowledgeable and personable! Great experience!
Jason Looney tour guide
raybuns2025,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great, informative tour with humor! Jason gave us a lot of history while showing us beautiful old homes. The horse, Howard, was very well behaved.
Looney Ride in Charleston is worth the time.
Dave A,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative and entertaining. Looney did a great job! The buggy ride is definitely worth the time.
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