A carriage leaving the stables at Old South Carriage CompanyAn Old South Carriage leaving the stables with Old South Carriage Company

Historic Charleston Carriage Tours

Where History Meets Hospitality
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"If you do one thing while visiting Charleston, do this tour. You’ll be glad you did!" - Sherry H.

Experience The Best Carriage Rides in Charleston

Daytime
Public or Private

Historic Charleston Carriage Tour

$50Adult (ages 12+)
$40Child (ages 4-11)
$0Infants (ages 0-3)
Explore historic downtown Charleston with a friendly, engaging guide, a beautiful horse, and a comfortable carriage for a memorable 1-hour carriage ride through history.
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Evening
Public or Private

Haunted Carriage Tour

$50Adult (ages 12+)
$40Child (ages 4-11)
$0Infant (ages 0-3)
Ride in the twilight hours to see famous landmarks and hear surprising stories of ghosts, pirates, and patriots that make Charleston one of the most haunted cities in America.
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Daytime, Evening
Public

Holiday "Sleigh" Ride

$35Adults and Children (Ages 3 & Up)
$0Infant (Ages 0-2 on lap)
Harness some holiday spirit and climb aboard our specially decorated carriage driven by one of Santa’s elves. This festive 30-minute Christmas experience includes a 20-minute caroling “sleigh” ride and a visit to Santa's stable.
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The Finest Carriage Tours in Charleston, SC, Delivered With Southern Hospitality

Authentic, Comfortable Carriages

Our modern carriages are designed for comfort for you and our horses, while maintaining an authentic look.
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Extraordinary Horses

Our beautiful horses are the stars of our Charleston carriage tours, and caring for them is our top priority.
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Certified Guides

Only top-tier Palmetto Guild certified guides lead our carriage rides in Charleston for the most entertaining and accurate tour.
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Millions served. Millions delighted.

We’ve been delighting guests since 1983. See what they have to say about our history-rich Charleston carriage tours.

About Old South Carriage Company

A Rich History Rooted In Providing The Best Tours In Charleston
We’ve been family owned and operated since 1983 when founder David Compton started touring guests with just three horses and a single carriage. Now, nearly 40 years later, we’ve given carriage tours in Charleston, SC to thousands of guests from all over the world.

We pride ourselves on delivering an authentic, Old South experience that our guests enjoy every time they join us for a horse carriage tour. These memorable, horse-drawn carriage rides have been improved over the decades, however, with state-of-the-art carriages that are built for comfort and seat 16 passengers.

Our team has grown as well and we now have a large staff of passionate, hard-working people—including our Palmetto Guild certified guides—that help make us the premier carriage tour in Charleston.

Book your spot on one of our Charleston carriage tours today for an unforgettable journey through the cobbled streets of our historic city.

Explore Charleston On A Charming Carriage Tour

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Group Tours & Special Events

Experience Charleston's southern charm with your group on a captivating carriage tour. Whether you're planning a family reunion, a corporate outing, a school field trip, or a special event with friends, our 16-passenger horse-drawn carriage rides offer a unique and memorable way to explore Charleston's historic streets.
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Wedding Carriage Rides

Create the grand entrance or exit you’ve always dreamed of by adding an elegant detail to your wedding with a beautiful horse-drawn carriage. As you arrive or depart your wedding venue, an enchanting horse-drawn carriage delivers you in a scene straight out of a fairytale for a romantic and timeless moment you’ll remember forever.
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Explore Charleston

The Best Carriage Ride To Experience Charleston’s History
Old South Carriage Company offers a truly immersive experience of Charleston's rich history. From a comfortable carriage, you’ll glide along the cobblestone streets while accompanied by an engaging Palmetto Guild certified guide who will share fascinating facts and vivid descriptions explaining life of a different era. Hear the stories behind Charleston’s iconic landmarks and discover the charm of the Old South. Book a Charleston carriage tour with us for an authentic experience that offers a unique blend of education and entertainment.
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