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Charleston Carriage Works

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Charleston Carriage Works

See historic Charleston on the original 1-Hour Fully Narrated Charleston Carriage Tour!

The Charleston Carriage Works team has been showing Charleston’s guests this beloved city for decades, and MyCharlestonCarriage.com is proud to be the exclusive booking site for classic Charleston carriage tours provided by Charleston Carriage Works. You are guaranteed the best carriage tour experience in town as your City-licensed Charleston Carriage Works tour guide shares the secrets and stor

ies of beautiful Charleston with wit and charm. Boarding adjacent to Market Street, you will ride along on one of our modern custom carriages and see the sights of Charleston in style. Designed to be lighter and more comfortable than others in town, our garnet and black 16-passenger carriages enable our stunning draught horses to enjoy the tour as much as you will! Packed full of history and charm, your one-hour tour* will expose fascinating stories of Charleston’s pivotal moments and unique culture. The experience will leave you falling in love with this breathtaking city just as so many have before you.

*Private Tours and Group Rates are available. Call 843.779.1279 or stop by our carriage house at 20 Anson Street for more information.

09/10/2025

Some exits deserve a little extra magic. ✨🐴💍

Make your “Just Married” moment unforgettable with a wedding carriage straight out of a storybook.

Whether you're rolling down Charleston’s historic streets or gliding through a garden venue, a horse-drawn carriage is the perfect way to end your ceremony in classic Southern style.

🎠 Timeless charm
🌸 Stunning photo ops
💞 A peaceful moment for just the two of you

Because every fairytale deserves a grand exit.

Ready to ride off into forever? Let’s make it happen.

09/07/2025

Spooky season is creeping closer… 👻🌙

As the sun sets on Charleston and the gas lamps start to glow, the city takes on a whole new energy - and trust us, it’s delightfully eerie.

If you’re looking for the best way to explore Charleston after dark, a ghost carriage tour is the way to go.
Ride through shadowy streets, hear chilling tales from Charleston’s haunted past, and see the Holy City like never before—mysterious, moody, and maybe even a little haunted. 👀

History, haunts, and horses? Yes, please.
Book your seat… if you dare. 🐴💀

09/04/2025

Meanwhile, out on the farm... 🌿🐴

While downtown Charleston stays busy, some horses are kicking back in the quiet of John’s Island, soaking up the good life.

Think:
☀️ Lazy naps under the trees
🌾 Rolling in the grass without a care
💧 Fresh water, open pastures, and no schedules
🐓 The occasional duck photobomb

Our farm isn’t just a place to rest—it’s a second home where our animals can just be animals. After a few weeks of work, they head out here to relax, recharge, and enjoy all the space and sunshine they want.

Because every hardworking horse deserves a pasture break.

09/01/2025

Some things never go out of style - like a classic carriage ride through Charleston. 🐴☀️

For generations, the daytime historic carriage tour has been one of the most iconic ways to explore the Holy City. Rolling past cobblestone streets, antebellum mansions, hidden gardens, and soaring church steeples, it’s a journey through time with the best seat in town.

Led by licensed guides and powered by our beloved draft horses, this tour isn't just a ride - it's a living history lesson wrapped in Charleston charm.

Whether it’s your first visit or your fifteenth, this experience never gets old.

08/29/2025

Happy !
The barn’s had a glow-up, but the horses? Still ruling the reins. 🐴👑

It’s wild to see how much has changed—and how much hasn’t. From dusty boots to unforgettable moments, we’re feeling all the nostalgia today.

# CCW

08/26/2025

When you realize it’s only Tuesday. 😝🐴

Some horses pose like royalty. Others… keep it real.

Whether it’s a long yawn, a goofy grin, or a well-timed tongue-out moment, our horses have plenty of personality—and they’re not afraid to show it.

Come meet the most expressive faces in Charleston. (And don’t worry, we get their good side… most of the time.)

08/23/2025

Built to pull. Bred to work. Loved for who they are. 🐴❤️

Draft horses are true gentle giants - bred for generations to do the heavy lifting. From pulling plows on farms to hauling loads in cities, these horses are strong, steady, and happiest when they have a job to do.

We give retired draft horses a second purpose: a slower-paced, people-loving career pulling carriages through historic Charleston.

Their calm temperament, natural strength, and love of routine make them ideal partners for this work. And in return, they get:

🌿 Regular farm vacations
🛏️ Days off every week
🧼 Daily grooming, vet checks, and farrier visits
🤝 A supportive team that treats them like family

These horses want to move. We just make sure they do it with dignity, care, and all the love they deserve.

Come meet our team - you’ll see what we mean.

08/20/2025

Behind every carriage tour is a whole team - and a whole lot of care. 🐴❤️

Caring for a carriage horse isn’t just a job. It’s a daily commitment that starts early and ends well after the last tour rolls in.

✅ Grooming and bathing to keep coats clean and skin healthy
✅ Hoof care and farrier visits
✅ Custom-fit harness checks for safety and comfort
✅ Daily health assessments before and after each shift
✅ Rotating schedules with built-in days off and regular farm vacations
✅ Plenty of love, treats, and ear scratches - because they deserve it

It takes time, patience, and a deep respect for the animals we work with. Our horses are our teammates, and their well-being is at the center of everything we do.

Come see the care in action at the Big Red Barn—you’ll understand why people say our horses are some of the best cared for in the industry.

08/16/2025

Charleston, your way. 🐴✨

Looking to make your time in the Holy City extra special? A private carriage tour is the perfect way to explore Charleston - just you, your people, and a guide dedicated only to your group.

No sharing seats. No competing for questions. Just the stories you want to hear, at a relaxed pace, with plenty of time for photos and conversation.

Whether you're celebrating something special or just want a quieter, more personal experience, this is the best way to see the city - hands down.

Charleston’s history. Your carriage. One unforgettable ride.

08/13/2025

Bad hair days? Not on our watch. 💁‍♀️🐴

08/10/2025

Looking for the real story of Charleston? Start with the sound of hoofbeats.

In a city as historic as Charleston, there are plenty of ways to learn about the past - but none more trusted (or charming) than a carriage tour through the heart of downtown.

With licensed guides who are trained historians and storytellers, our tours are packed with real facts, local legends, and hidden gems you won’t find on a sign or brochure.

From the Battery to the Market, from Civil War sites to centuries-old churches, we don’t just pass by the history - we bring it to life.

Authentic. Personal. Unforgettable.
That’s why generations of visitors have trusted carriage tours as the best way to discover Charleston’s story.

Ready to ride?

08/07/2025

Yes, our horses work - but they vacation harder.

Every few weeks, they head out to the farm for a long break - days filled with wide-open pasture, no harness, and nothing on their to-do list but be a horse. 🌾💆‍♂️

It’s all part of our commitment to responsible carriage operations and top-tier animal care. Because happy, healthy horses = the heart of what we do.

Want to meet one of our vacation-loving pros? Stop by our downtown location and we'll tell you all about it.

Address

20 Anson Street
Charleston, SC
29401

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://MyCharlestonCarriage.com/

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