Charleston's Heart: Historic Horse Carriage Sightseeing

Kevin and Buster were a fantastic team! Kevin’s knowledge, facts and humor made the trip informative and fun. Our family learned a lot ! It is our second trip with Palmetto and we will be back for more!

Bronson and Melody gave us a wonderful experience! There were 4 of us in our party and all new to Charleston. We saw and learned so much about Charleston’s history and laughed a lot! Bronson had a great personality and we enjoyed ourselves immensely! Melody was awesome!

Bronson and Melody were the best. His stories were fun quaint knowledgeable. We really enjoyed our carriage ride. We enjoyed learning the history and the real life tales that were told. Bronson had excellent knowledge and made the trip very enjoyable.

The horse-drawn carriage ride through the historic district of Charleston was a delightful way to view the city and learn some of its charming history. Our guide was funny and knowledgeable. Very enjoyable!

A great way to tour the historic city of Charleston. Our tour guide, Mr Loony, was extremely knowledgeable and informative about the history of the city. Additionally, he was very jovial and personable.

Did this tour and it was very good. The driver was very knowledgeable and gave good information about the historic district.

Dave Collins was a great guide!! Local and knew Charleston history, highly recommend him!!! His horse, a beautiful white Percheron was very calm and sweet.

Weather was great, our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. Horses were beautiful. It was a special treat.

Palmetto Carriage Works is an absolute Charleston classic and a must-do experience for anyone visiting the city. This company has a long, proud history — one of the oldest carriage tour operators in Charleston — and it shows in the professionalism, care, and knowledge of everyone involved. From the moment you arrive, the staff are friendly, organized, and clearly dedicated to both guest enjoyment and the well-being of their beautiful horses. The tour itself is a perfect blend of history, humor, and storytelling, offering fascinating insights into Charleston’s architecture, culture, and people. Our guide was exceptional — passionate about the city and able to bring its history to life with warmth and wit. Everything about the experience reflects excellence and tradition, from the well-kept carriages to the calm, well-trained horses. Palmetto Carriage Works truly embodies Charleston’s charm and hospitality. Moreover, this is an incredibly easy and comfortable way to immerse yourself in Charleston history and culture. Highly recommended for visitors and locals alike!

Fox was a great tour guide. Very informative on the history and a terrific sense of humor. They gave us bottles of water while we waited to board the carriage.