Charleston's Founding & Independence Carriage Tour

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From Colonial Beginnings to the Revolutionary Era

Charleston played a central role in shaping the early American experience.

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, travel through the heart of historic Charleston and uncover the vital role this harbor city played in the nation’s founding.

This carriage tour explores Charleston’s journey from colonial settlement to Revolutionary War stronghold, revealing how its port, defenses, and patriotic leaders helped launch a new nation.

Charleston’s Founding to Independence Carriage Tour

From $45 / Adult (ages 12+)

From $40 / Child(ages 4-11)•$0 / Infant(ages 0-3)

Your expert guide will bring to life the people, places, and moments that defined the city’s place in American history.

40-Minute Tour
Location: The Historic Downtown Charleston District
Capacity: Up to 16 passengers
Duration: 40 minutes
Available daily, typically 4:30 - 7 pm. Departs every 15 to 30 minutes
Charleston's most comfortable carriages
Starts 1 block from the Charleston City Market at 14 Anson St.

Free cancellation and best-price guarantee.

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Essential Information to Plan Your Visit

Meet at Old South Carriage 14 Anson St., Charleston
Arrive 10 minutes before your tour.
We are proud to offer guests a comfortable, indoor meeting location with seating and restrooms.

Parking Tips

Find parking lots and garages near us using Parkopedia.
City-metered street parking is free on Sundays.
You can also park at the Visitor’s Center and ride the free Downtown Area Shuttle (DASH) to the Market.

For Your Comfort

Restrooms: A restroom is available in our building at 14 Anson St. There will be no scheduled breaks during the 60-minute tour.
Accessibility: Everyone boards our carriages from an elevated platform accessed via an inclined ramp. Deboarding occurs from a different elevated platform with three steps and a handrail to ground level. Guests with mobility issues will find that our accessibility accommodations rank among the best within the carriage tour industry.
Drinks: You can purchase water at our office or bring your own (non-alcoholic) beverage for the journey. We donate 25 cents of each bottled beverage sold to Water Missions International.
Carriages: Our carriages are built for the comfort of our passengers with foam-padded leather seats with backrests and a rooftop to protect against intense sunshine or rain. There's plenty of legroom even for tall folks!

Planning for the Weather

We operate rain or shine with your safety in mind. Carriages are covered, and rain ponchos are available on-site for $5.00.
In the event of lightning, or when determined by the City of Charleston ordinance, carriage tours will be canceled. You’ll be notified in advance if a tour will be canceled.

Terms and Release of Liability

By purchasing tickets for any horse-drawn carriage tour with Old South Carriage Company, participants acknowledge and accept all risks and liabilities associated with the tour, horses, and its properties. Old South Carriage Company is not liable for any injuries, damages, or losses that may occur; and participants agree to release Old South Carriage Company and its employees from all liability. For more information, please visit our Terms and Release of Liability page.

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