Charleston · HORSE & CARRIAGE RIDES
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A carriage sets the right pace for the old city: slow enough to read the ironwork, covered when the sun is high. Below are the best horse-drawn carriage tours in Charleston — which routes they draw south of Broad, how long each ride runs, how the horses are cared for, and what a seat costs.
A one-hour horse-drawn ride through Charleston’s historic district with draft horses, certified guides, and Civil War stories.
“The staff was courteous and attentive to children. They answered questions of adults and children. Explained things in a way my five year old found interesting and the horses are well taken care of which was my daughter’s main concern.”
Haunted Charleston horse and carriage tour covers 15+ spooky blocks in 40 minutes, with guided ghost stories and no walking, $50.
“This was definitely a standout experience on our trip to Charleston. We had a great time with Miles (the guide) and Brian (the horse). The ghost stories were really fun, and it was a nice little tour around the city. Miles is a great storyteller, and Brian was a very good boy. We loved it and will absolutely do it again next time we’re in town.”
One-hour horse-drawn carriage tour through historic Charleston from the Big Red Barn, with certified guide stories and $49.95 value.
“Very friendly tour guide. Gave us lots of knowledge during our ride. Had such a great time and would do it again. Answered questions”
A 1-hour horse-drawn carriage loop through Charleston’s downtown, guided live by licensed hosts, with standout stops like Rainbow Row and the Battery.
“Madison the guide was outstanding and Milo the horse was wonderful!”
Charleston historic residential horse and carriage tour from 20 Anson St. Meet horses, ride 1 hour with guide for $50.
“Tour guide was knowledgeable. Great experience. Entertaining and a lot of fun! Would highly recommend.”
Horse-drawn Charleston carriage tour for about an hour. See City Market, the Battery, Rainbow Row and more with a pro guide.
“Tour company is very well organized, timely, friendly, and the horses seemed to be very well cared for. Our tour guide (which is simply luck of the draw) was very funny, easy going, knew a lot about a lot. But he was also very scattered at times, drifted off on too many tangents, chased the sparkly things. All in all it was enjoyable but wished there had been more rhyme and reason to the tour information.”
One-hour Charleston downtown carriage tour with licensed guides, historic homes and gardens, and a professional stable at Palmetto Carriage Works.
“The tour was enjoyable. The guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining as well. Location was very easy to find and was just 10 minutes walk from the cruise terminal.”
A 40-minute haunted carriage ride through Charleston’s 15-block historic core with spooky stories, Old Exchange, and a dungeon stop.
“Excellent tour. Our guide was fantastic. We love our horse Moose !”
A private, 1-hour horse-drawn carriage tour of Charleston’s historic core with a certified guide, City Market stop, and a lottery-based route.
“Our horse, Harmony, and our guide Kevin were both spectacular. Unfortunately we drew what is known as the Green route. And we really didn't get to see all that much. It's a lottery through some sort of city agency which route you get when you go on your tour. I would love to do it again and have a different route. The carriage was comfortable, Kevin was entertaining and informational. Harmony was just gorgeous and gave us a smooth ride. We were so glad that we upgraded to the private tour.”
Charleston haunted horse and carriage evening tour: a small-group 45-minute narrated ride with ghost stories, historic stops, and warm blankets.
“Loved the experience! The horse drawn carriage in the evening was delightful, and our guide was a charismatic storyteller. The stories were just the right amount of spooky for our 10 & 13 year old children.”
Private horse and carriage ride in Charleston for up to 4. 50 minutes of guided narration starting near City Market.
“Dr. Tim made the trip enjoyable. He was very knowledgeable. Would high recommend the private carriage.”
A private 30-minute evening horse-drawn carriage ride in historic Charleston, with haunting stories and pass-by stops around City Market.
“Evan was amazing! We learned and laughed the entire time. Absolute best tour guide ever. Highly recommend.”
Charleston Haunted Carriage Evening Tour: 45-minute horse ride with a certified guide, City Market stories, Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon.
“I think it was a little overpriced. It also went 15min shorter than it said it would”
Enjoy a private 60-minute daytime carriage ride through Charleston’s historic core, with a licensed guide, classic sights, and photo stops.
“It was truly an amazing experience and perfect for the valentine's day occasion. Mike was a world of knowledge about the city and made the tour pleasant. highly recommend.”
