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Charleston 1-Hour Horse & Carriage Historic Sightseeing Tour
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Charleston 1-Hour Horse & Carriage Historic Sightseeing Tour

by Carolina Polo and Carriage Company

1 hour
Charleston
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1 hour
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$81$90Save 10%
2 adults × $40.50
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This 1-hour group tour travels through the historic streets of downtown Charleston by horse-drawn carriage. Tours begin and end at the Historic City Market, where guests can start or continue their visit to Charleston. Along the way, the carriage passes by notable locations such as Battery and White Point Gardens, Rainbow Row, Nathaniel Russell House, and St. Philip's Church, depending on the route assigned by the City of Charleston. The guide provides narration about the events and people that influenced the city’s history, known as the "Holy City." Guests have opportunities to see gardens, parks, mansions, and historic churches up close. Tours depart every 30 minutes starting at 9:30am, and each guest receives an assigned departure time upon check-in. Before or after the tour, guests can interact with the horses and take photos. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off included, and gratuities are not covered.

Highlights

1-hour narrated horse and carriage ride in downtown Charleston
Stops may include Battery, Rainbow Row, Nathaniel Russell House, St. Philip's Church
Tours start and end at the Historic City Market
Opportunity to interact with horses before or after the tour
Guided commentary on Charleston's history and landmarks
Photo opportunities with the horses

What's included

Chance to meet and touch the horses before or after the ride
Visit gardens, parks, mansions, and historic churches in Charleston
Commentary by a professional guide
1-hour historic horse and carriage ride through Charleston
Information about the people and events that shaped Charleston
Photo opportunities with the horses

What's not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

Itinerary

1

Charleston City Market

The tour begins and ends at the Historic City Market, where guests can explore further attractions in Charleston after the ride.

5 min

2

Battery & White Point Gardens

Depending on the assigned route, the carriage may pass by White Point Gardens, also called The Battery, among other historic district locations. The exact stops depend on the City of Charleston's route selection.

10 min

3

Rainbow Row

The tour may include a stop at Rainbow Row, a series of colorful historic houses along the route chosen by the City of Charleston.

5 min

4

Nathaniel Russell House

The carriage route might include the Nathaniel Russell House, a historic mansion, depending on the City of Charleston's assigned path.

5 min

5

St. Philip's Church

Some tours stop near St. Philip's Church as part of the historic district route determined by Charleston city officials.

5 min

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)

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
Tour routes are assigned by a City of Charleston Tourism official before departure and are not controlled by the operator.
Tours run every 30 minutes starting at 9:30am; departure times are assigned upon check-in on the day of the tour.
Last tours depart at 4pm from November through March and at 5pm from March through November.
Total
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