easy
1–2 hours
No special fitness required as this is a seated, relaxed tour suitable for all ages.
Discover Charleston’s historic streets in an elegant horse-drawn carriage on a private, guided tour with Palmetto Carriage Works. Perfect for a personalized and immersive experience through the city’s rich heritage and iconic sights.
Vis-à-vis Carriages and Wagonettes | Tours available every day
Embark on a private one-hour carriage tour with Palmetto Carriage Works, the oldest tour company in Charleston. Explore 25-30 blocks of the historic downtown, witnessing stunning architecture and lush gardens. Enjoy a personalized experience with your own guide, blending history, humor, and charm in an intimate setting.
During this private, one-hour tour, you will: • Experience 25-30 blocks of Charleston's historic downtown district • See houses, gardens, mansions, churches, and parks • Learn about buildings, history, architecture, flora and the people that make up the "Holy City" • Learn everything that Charleston has to offer the visitor on a Palmetto Carriage tour
Palmetto Carriage Works is the oldest carriage tour company in Charleston, and has developed the greatest carriage experience in the city! A Palmetto Carriage tour offers a blend of knowledge, wit, humor and history, and is exciting and ever changing, a seamless fusion of 19th century conveyance in a 21st century city.
For those who want to experience Charleston in a private carriage, our elegant vis-a-vis carriages offer small groups the wonderful opportunity to see the city in a more intimate setting with their own personal tour guide. These carriages are available for groups of 1 to 4 adults and children, and up to 2 lap children. For groups of 5 to 8 looking to do a private tour, please select the Wagonette option during checkout!
• Private Carriage: $325 Up to 4 seated guests & 2 lap children under the age of 2 • Wagonette: $450 5-8 passengers
Every day
• 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm, 3pm, 4:30pm
• Limited number of passengers allowed on carriage. These carriages can hold private groups of up to either 4 or 5-8 seated passengers, which include adults and any children.
• Limited availability for private carriages. Due to the limited amount of private carriages, the start/end time of your tour is not flexible. Your tour hour will start and end at the time you have scheduled, for this reason we recommend that you arrive 15 minutes prior to your start time. If you are late your tour will still end at the designated time in order to keep the carriage on schedule.
Private carriage tours fill up quickly, especially during peak season, so reserve your spot early to guarantee availability.
Wear comfortable shoes and light layers; while the ride is relaxing, you’ll want to look nice for photos and any brief outdoor stops.
You'll want to capture Charleston's historic architecture and charming streets, so have your camera ready.
Tours run rain or shine but may be canceled for severe weather; check conditions and dress accordingly to stay comfortable.
Charleston’s historic district is renowned for its well-preserved antebellum architecture and played a key role in early American colonial history.
Efforts are underway to protect Charleston’s historic trees and green spaces, promoting sustainable tourism that maintains the city’s natural and cultural heritage.
Perfect for cooler spring mornings and evenings to keep comfortable during the ride.
spring specific
Provides shade and protection from the strong southern sun during daytime tours.
summer specific
Ideal for walking short distances to and from the carriage boarding points.
Helpful for sudden summer showers to stay dry without interrupting your tour.
summer specific