This guided carriage tour covers more than 300 years of Charleston's history. It travels over 2.5 miles and 30 blocks of the historic city, with Belgian and Percheron draft horses pulling the carriage. The route passes antebellum homes, churches, and gardens, and the guide covers the story of this "Holy City" and its role in the Civil War. There are photo opportunities of gardens with wrought iron gates along the way. The operator describes it as a narrated horse-drawn carriage tour that gives a clear look at this part of Charleston.
This is a seated, narrated ride rather than a walking tour, which makes it a comfortable option for travelers who would rather not cover 30 blocks on foot, including families and anyone wanting a gentler pace. The horse-drawn format leans toward daytime history and photography, so if you are after a ghost walk or an evening thrill, this is not that. It works best for people who want a broad overview of the historic district without the effort of a self-guided walk.
Charleston has plenty of tour formats competing for your evening, from pub crawls to graveyard access, and this one distinguishes itself by covering ground you would struggle to walk in one outing. Expect commentary on the city's long history and its Civil War role, along with photo stops at antebellum homes, churches, and gardens behind wrought iron gates.
Questions people ask
How much of the city does the tour cover?
It travels more than 2.5 miles across roughly 30 blocks of the historic district, covering over 300 years of Charleston's history along the way.
Is this a walking tour?
No. It is a narrated horse-drawn carriage tour pulled by Belgian and Percheron draft horses, so you stay seated throughout.
What will I see along the route?
The route passes antebellum homes, churches, and gardens, with photo opportunities of gardens behind wrought iron gates.
