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Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour

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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

9,462 reviews

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  • Tour guy was amazing,...

    ADITYA S,

    Aug 29, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Tour guy was amazing, very professional and told her so much about Charleston‘s history! The whole experience is fantastic

  • Checking in was great....

    Maria B,

    Aug 28, 2025

    - Viator

    3.00

    Checking in was great. However, tour itself was subpar. They used a lottery system to determine which route was taken. Particular route went through neighborhood homes.

  • Skyler and Duke Were Great Guides

    Stacy P,

    Aug 28, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Skyler and Duke were great guides! The history and the story of Charleston came alive and the information was both entertaining and informative. Would recommend, would do again! Great for all ages and with good weather an idyllic activity for a traveling soul!

  • That it was interesting...

    Karen F,

    Aug 27, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    That it was interesting to see how they routed each buggy (by a ping pong ball). Learned a lot about the homes, gas lamps and multiple history facts from the fire to president Taft visit which created the she crab.

  • Good Times!

    Sharon W,

    Aug 26, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Copper and Christina were absolutely amazing. We had a great time touring Charleston and learned a lot about the city.

From $48.00

4.81
9,462 reviews
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