Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

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

1

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.

15 minutes • Admission Included
2

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.”

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Horse & Carriage Ride

Reviews

4.81

9,541 reviews

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  • Murder most hilarious

    Laura B,

    Sep 20, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    This show was such fun. The audience participation had me laughing so hard I had tears in my eyes. I couldn’t imagine it being better!

  • Good way to get oriented to town.

    Meredith L,

    Sep 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Its tour of one of four residential areas of Charleston, randomly assigned (you can't pick). The tour is great, and it's a lot of information so make sure tour guide has good diction and pace.

  • The tour company was very...

    Patricia D,

    Sep 19, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    The tour company was very well organized and the guides were very knowledgeable. Little d Disappointed that we couldn't get down to the battery because of the construction. The market was great

  • Carriage tour

    Chuck N,

    Sep 19, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The tour and guide were exceptional. Our horse Ace was amazing. Would recommend doing this for the history lesson alone,

  • Five Stars

    Lisa C,

    Sep 18, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Carol was an amazing guide, accompanied by Cooper who was the sweetest horse. We learned some great history about Charleston, got some great photos and I highly recommend this tour as a first stop on your visit.

From $45.00

4.81
9,541 reviews