Charleston Horse & Carriage Historic Sightseeing Tour

Duration1h

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 16 travelers

Overview

Experience the beauty and history of downtown Charleston from underneath the awning of a horse drawn carriage. Listen to the rich stories told by your engaging guide as you are lead through a time of revolution and splendor. This relaxing 1-hour, fully narrated group tour leads you through the quaint and charming streets of downtown Charleston. You will see beautiful gardens and parks, stately mansions, historic churches and buildings all the while learning about the people and events that shaped the history of this "Holy City". Tours depart approximately every 30 minutes beginning at 9:30am and your specific start time will be assigned to you upon check-in.

What's included

Opportunity to engage with the horses up close ahead of or after tour
See beautiful gardens and parks, stately mansions, and historic churches
Professional guide
1-Hour Historic Horse & Carriage Ride of Charleston
Learn about the people and events that shaped the history of this "Holy City"
Photo opportunities with the horses

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

What to expect

Charleston City Market
5m

All tours start and finish in the Historic City Market where you are free to enjoy your next Charleston adventure.
Battery & White Point Gardens
10m

Stops along the way vary depending on which route through the historic district we are given by the City of Charleston. There are several tour routes possible, and highlights of your tour could include notable sites such as historic White Point Gardens, better known as “The Battery.” These highlights are just a fraction of all the incredible historic sights you might see on one of our tours around Charleston, depending on which route your tour takes.
All tours finish in the Historic City Market where you are free to enjoy your next Charleston adventure.
Rainbow Row
5m

Stops along the way vary depending on which route through the historic district we are given by the City of Charleston. There are several tour routes possible, and highlights of your tour could include notable sites such as Rainbow Row. These highlights are just a fraction of all the incredible historic sights you might see on one of our tours around Charleston, depending on which route your tour takes.
All tours finish in the Historic City Market where you are free to enjoy your next Charleston adventure.
Nathaniel Russell House
5m

Stops along the way vary depending on which route through the historic district we are given by the City of Charleston. There are several tour routes possible, and highlights of your tour could include notable sites such as historic Nathaniel Russell House. These highlights are just a fraction of all the incredible historic sights you might see on one of our tours around Charleston, depending on which route your tour takes.
All tours finish in the Historic City Market where you are free to enjoy your next Charleston adventure.
St. Philip's Anglican Church
5m

Stops along the way vary depending on which route through the historic district we are given by the City of Charleston. There are several tour routes possible, and highlights of your tour could include notable sites such as St Philips Church. These highlights are just a fraction of all the incredible historic sights you might see on one of our tours around Charleston, depending on which route your tour takes.
All tours finish in the Historic City Market where you are free to enjoy your next Charleston adventure.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Directions: Please check in with an attendant at the desk inside our barn at 45 Pinckney Street.
Dates: Tours depart approximately every 20 to 30 minutes from 9:30 am to 5pm during daylight savings (the last carriage will depart at 4pm during non-daylight savings time)

End point

Directions: Please check in with an attendant at the desk inside our barn at 45 Pinckney Street.
Dates: Tours depart approximately every 20 to 30 minutes from 9:30 am to 5pm during daylight savings (the last carriage will depart at 4pm during non-daylight savings time)

Additional information

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
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: Routes are chosen prior to departure on the date of travel. This is determined by a City of Charleston Tourism official and is out of the control of the local operator.
Please note: Tours depart approximately every 30 minutes starting at 9:30am on a first come first served basis, you will be assigned a specific departure time when you check in for your tour on the day of travel.
Please note: The last tour will depart at 4pm during non-daylight savings time (Nov through March) and 5pm during daylight savings time (March through Nov).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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