See Charleston’s old walled city by horse-drawn carriage in the cooler evening air
45 Minutes
Carriage ride, Guide narration
Explore Charleston’s historic old walled city on a narrated evening horse-drawn carriage ride. Cover key landmarks in about 35–45 minutes, with departures available daily.
Tours run rain or shine and may be delayed in extreme heat. Meet at 8 Guignard St, Charleston, SC 29401.
Group carriage tickets may be canceled or rebooked up to 1 hour before the tour begins with no penalties. Within 1 hour there are no refunds for cancellations, and a $25 fee may apply for rebookings.
Product ID: CR7QWR
The tour runs rain or shine. It may be delayed in extreme heat to allow the animals additional rest time, or suspended if the temperature or heat index reaches an unsafe level. If the tour is canceled, you can reschedule to another time (subject to availability).
Tickets are for your scheduled departure time, and boarding begins at that time.
Arrive at least 5 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
8 Guignard St, Charleston, SC 29401
Charleston's historic streets come alive on these carriage tours, and the guides consistently steal the show. Names like Josh, Michael, Evan, and Brian pop up repeatedly in glowing reviews, with guests praising their deep knowledge of local history and warm, engaging personalities. The horses are equally celebrated, well-cared-for and clearly a point of pride for the operation. One thing that stands out is how naturally guides handle the unexpected. One reviewer noted their horse America got unsettled mid-tour, and guide Josh stepped in calmly to keep everything on track without missing a beat. That kind of attentiveness speaks to how seriously the team takes both safety and the guest experience. A handful of guests mentioned they wished for slightly more detail on some of the landmarks passed, so if you're a deep history buff, consider coming with a few questions ready. That said, the overwhelming majority of visitors leave charmed and recommend the experience without hesitation, including repeat guests who keep coming back and families with young children. For a first look at Charleston or a return visit, this tour delivers a genuinely enjoyable way to see the city.
Excellent!! Bill gave us a wonderful informative tour. You can tell he loves his city and its history. Thank you, Bill!
kathy handy
September 3, 2026
Excellent!! Bill gave us a wonderful informative tour. You can tell he loves his city and its history. Thank you, Bill!
kathy handy
September 3, 2026
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