North America tours, things to do and tickets

Travel by horse-drawn carriage along the picturesque streets of Charleston and take in the history of this South Carolina city. See highlights such as historically significant homes, churches and gardens while listening to informative commentary about the city’s role in our nation's history from your certified guide. Enjoy the relaxed pace of a carriage tour as you soak up the southern charm of Charleston.  

Embark on a captivating 1-Hour Daytime Palmetto Carriage Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour through Charleston's historic downtown district. Explore the streets of this historic city with a licensed tour guide who will gladly answer questions and offer insight into what makes Charleston so unique. Discover the city's stunning houses, lush gardens, grand mansions, charming churches, and picturesque parks while learning about its rich history, unique architecture, and vibrant flora. As the oldest carriage tour company in Charleston, Palmetto Carriage Works has crafted an exceptional experience that combines knowledge, wit, and humor. This tour offers an exciting and dynamic exploration, seamlessly blending 19th-century conveyance with the charm of a 21st-century city. Don’t miss your chance to explore the “Holy City” in this unforgettable way!

On this twilight tour, discover where spirits are reported to linger in downtown Charleston.  A licensed guide will regale you with spooky tales from Charleston's long history as you pass haunted alleys, graveyards, churches, hotels and even a dungeon! 

Make your way through historic downtown Charleston on a traditional horse-drawn carriage with a guide. See the mansions, churches, and gardens of the city.

Take a 1-hour horse or mule-drawn carriage tour through Charleston's beautiful historic district. See beautiful buildings, churches, houses & gardens.

Go on a 40-minute twilight tour and discover where spirits are reported to linger. A licensed guide will entertain you with spooky tales from Charleston’s long history as you pass haunted alleys, graveyards, churches, hotels, and even a dungeon.

Experience the beauty and history of downtown Charleston from underneath the awning of a horse drawn carriage. Listen to the rich stories told by your engaging guide as you are lead through a time of revolution and splendor. This relaxing 1-hour, fully narrated group tour leads you through the quaint and charming streets of downtown Charleston. You will see beautiful gardens and parks, stately mansions, historic churches and buildings all the while learning about the people and events that shaped the history of this "Holy City". Tours depart approximately every 30 minutes beginning at 9:30am and your specific start time will be assigned to you upon check-in.

Embark on a delightful journey through the heart of Charleston with our exclusive private horse and carriage tour. Perfect for couples, families, or small groups, this personalized experience invites you to explore the city’s rich history and stunning architecture at a leisurely pace. As you settle into the cozy carriage, your certified guide will share captivating stories about Charleston’s storied past, from its colonial beginnings to its vibrant present. This Charleston horse and carriage tour is the perfect way to immerse yourself into Charleston’s vibrant culture. Begin your private tour of Charleston at the Big Red Barn, just one block off of Market Street in the heart of downtown. Our private horse and carriage tour is the ideal way to create lasting memories in this historic city. The tour concludes back at Palmetto Carriage Works' Big Red Barn. Please select (1) during checkout for the group pricing per carriage. Each carriage can accommodate 1-4 people per group.

Experience Charleston’s dark side on this haunted horse-drawn carriage ride. Wander through historic neighborhoods, where centuries-old homes whisper secrets of their past inhabitants. Hear chilling tales of tragic events, restless spirits, and the mysteries that linger in the air. Your certified tour guide, steeped in local lore, will share spine-tingling stories of the city’s haunted sites, including eerie graveyards and spectral sightings. Discover why Charleston is known as one of the most haunted cities in America! Begin your haunted tour at the Big Red Barn, just one block off of Market Street in the heart of downtown Charleston. Your journey will take you past some of Charleston’s most talked about haunted sites, including cemeteries, churches and historic buildings. Whether you're a skeptic or a true believer, this tour promises to leave you captivated by Charleston’s legends and rich history. The tour concludes back at the Big Red Barn; your original departure point.

During this 45-minute evening haunted history tour of Charleston you will learn about Charleston's dark side while exploring the streets of Downtown. Enjoy the

Enjoy Charleston's beauty and charm in one of our private vis-à-vis carriages that accommodates up to 4 guests. This private carriage ride will sure to be a highlight during your visit to the holy city. This tour begins and ends in the Historic City Market. Hotel pick-up drop-off not included.

Enjoy a day trip to Charleston and immerse yourself in its history! Ride on an old-fashioned carriage, experience the harbor from the live narrated boat tour and tour a former plantation.

Experience the beauty of downtown Charlestown on this private carriage tour with an expert tour guide.