Who We Are
Step into the Holy City's rich history and charm with our expert guides on a horse-drawn carriage ride. Founded officially in 2013, Charleston Carriage Works provides locals, tourists and groups with a breathtaking and informative ride through the historic streets of Downtown.
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Four of America’s Historic Hotels in Charleston
Stay with the theme of Charleston carriage tours, cobblestone streets, period homes and old-world charm on your next visit. The city is proud to have four members of Historic Hotels of America, the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation that recognizes the finest in America.
Enjoy Charleston’s Southern hospitality with touches like free Wi-Fi, wine and cheese or sherry receptions, complimentary afternoon tea, evening turndown service with nightly chocolate and breakfast inclusive.
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Peek Into the Past
As far as America’s top destinations go, you wouldn’t associate the mega-attraction of Disneyland with little old Charleston, South Carolina. They’re as different as chalk and cheese, in a good way. Interestingly, the visionary and creative genius, Walt Disney, is the one who said it best, “Tomorrow is a heck of a thing to keep up with.” So, we don’t try.
That’s one of the reasons why Charleston Carriage Works appeals to people by embracing the gentle spirit of the past. The clippety-clop of our gorgeous Percheron horse carriage tours brings to mind the days before fast cars, fast food and fast speed broadband.
By taking a tour from Charleston Carriage Works, visitors can embrace the well-preserved beauty and grace of our charming city. It also becomes a learning experience so visitors can re-discover our American roots and explore the history that still exists within our city.
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Charleston: America’s Favorite City
Charlestonians know that it’s not polite to brag, but it’s acceptable to beam with pride. When Charleston, South Carolina, collected the crown as “America’s #1 Favorite City” for the third year straight, we were exceptionally pleased. When we won the title again, we just had to share the news.
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History and Horses in Charleston
If our horses could talk, Charleston Carriage Works would be the most remarkable guided tour in the world. Alas, we must settle for our friendly human tour guides who have deep knowledge of history, plus a sense of humor and a vast love of Charleston to share with our guests.
So, we wish you a warm welcome as you climb aboard the carriage for a guided 60 minutes getting to know more about why Charleston, South Carolina is known as “The Cradle of Southern History and Charm.”
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A Charleston Carriage Tour For First-Time Visitors
If you’re planning a visit to Charleston, South Carolina, for the first time then you are in for a real treat. The only thing that beats getting to the nation’s favorite destination for the first time is returning for another visit. You’ll want to get a feel for the history without walking your feet off or tiring yourself out from trying to see everything that downtown Charleston has to offer.
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