Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour
Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
Travel by horse-drawn carriage along the picturesque streets of Charleston and take in the history of this South Carolina city. See highlights such as historically significant homes, churches and gardens while listening to informative commentary about the city’s role in our nation's history from your certified guide. Enjoy the relaxed pace of a carriage tour as you soak up the southern charm of Charleston.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
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
Please note: you MUST check-in 15-minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. Failure to do so may result in your reservation being cancelled with out refund.
Carriage can transport up to 16 passengers per departure.
Children 3 years and under are free provided that they sit on the lap of a parent or guardian. If you want your child to have a seat, you must purchase a child seat.
By purchasing tickets for any horse-drawn carriage tour with Old South Carriage Co, participants acknowledge and accept all risks and liabilities associated with the tour, horses, and it’s properties. Old South Carriage Co is not liable for any injuries, damages, or losses that may occur; and participants agree to release Old South Carriage Co and it’s employees from all liability.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
See Charleston highlights such as historically significant homes, churches and gardens
Belgian or Percheron Draft Horse
Certified Driver/Guide
1-Hour Horse & Carriage Sightseeing Tour of Charleston
Hear stories of the city’s role in our nation's history from your certified guide
Gratuities
What To Expect
Old South Carriage Company
Our stable is where your tour experience will begin and end. After checking in you can say hi to our draft horses, watch an educational video, purchases a bottle of water, or use our restroom. As you board your carriage via our inclined ramp / easy loading platform, your certified tour guide will greet you.
Charleston City Market
After leaving our stable, your carriage will stop at the City gate near the Market, where a route is assigned by the City of Charleston. Our industry is governed by this system in order to disperse the carriage traffic more evenly throughout the city. Your tour will cover about 30 blocks and 300+ years of history. Though specific landmarks vary by route, all tours pass by sights that give Charleston its unique charm – custom wrought iron gates, well-manicured gardens, historic mansions with picturesque piazzas, and the many church steeples of the “Holy City.”
Options
Horse & Carriage Ride
Reviews
9,826 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience
whitecla,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. It is a wonderful way to see and learn about the city. Wendy our guide was so interesting. She made the city come alive for us. Her sense of humor was refreshing. Our horse Roger was sweet strong and appeared to be well taken care of. We would definitely recommend it.
Friendly, Lighthearted
836richardv,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Carole was our Guide. She was amazing and extremely knowledgeable. Her tours are lighthearted and fun. Rex was very sweet and carried us safely through town
Great
anthonyyW9185DK,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The guide was fun and knowledgeable and the horse was magnificent! The city is beautiful and to ride around it with a beautiful horse was fun.
Great time with Buster
Jeff L,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jason Looney was our guide/ driver and did a wonderful job. He is very knowledgeable and also has a great sense of humor Thanks Jason!
Wonderful time with friends loved Curtis
Tana N,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very interesting facts. Please put your phones on silent and don’t answer them. We had a man who rudely answered his phone.
Charleston historic carriage tour
Miranda B,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00The guide was great & knowledgeable. However, we were expecting to view more historic homes. Don’t care for the BINGO route.
Our tour guide/carriage...
CHRISTINE P,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide/carriage driver, Wendy, was great. She is fun and informative. We learned a lot about Charleston. Our horse, Leo, also had a fun personality!
fun informative tour
664gailh,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun open air horse drawn carriage ride! The tour was fun, informative and gave us beautiful vistas. The booking was easy, check in was welcoming, efficient and organized. Our tour guide Billy was the best mix of information and comedic delivery, making the trip so enjoyable. Horses were beautiful, well cared for. Highly recommended!
Enjoyable Carriage Adventure
Kathy V,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It is well worth the money. Our tour guide Emily, was very entertaining and knowledgeable. A good way for kids to learn about history.
Great history tour of...
pat p,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great history tour of Charleston. Very knowledgeable and fun tour guide. Lovely way to see city. Great experience if you want a quick viewing of city.
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