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Charleston Harbor Tour and Carriage Tour

Charleston, South Carolina

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Charleston Harbor Tour and Carriage Tour

Charleston, South Carolina

Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes

Overview

Experience the best of Charleston, South Carolina with a scenic harbor cruise and a horse-drawn carriage ride through the historic district. This land-and-sea combo showcases iconic landmarks, centuries of history, and the timeless charm that makes Charleston unforgettable.

🐬 Spot dolphins and pelicans while cruising the scenic Charleston Harbor aboard the Carolina Belle

🏛️ Admire more than 75 historic landmarks, including forts, bridges, and stately homes along the Battery

🐎 Ride through Charleston’s cobblestone streets in a classic horse-drawn carriage guided by licensed storytellers

📸 Capture photo-worthy views of gardens, churches, and charming historic architecture throughout the city

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Sailing the waters and rolling through the streets is a perfect way to take in Charleston, South Carolina from two completely different angles. This combo experience blends a scenic cruise aboard the Carolina Belle with a charming carriage ride through the city’s historic district. On the harbor, views stretch across centuries of history, from the battlegrounds of Fort Sumter and the graceful Ravenel Bridge to elegant homes along the Battery. Wildlife sightings of dolphins and pelicans add to the lively backdrop, making it an engaging and relaxing experience on the water.

Back on land, the horse-drawn carriage tour takes you into Charleston’s storied past, winding through cobblestone streets and past iconic landmarks. Licensed guides share the city’s history with plenty of humor and detail, bringing 350 years of Charleston’s character to life. From church steeples and lush gardens to tales of patriots and preservation, this carriage ride offers an intimate look at the charm that makes Charleston one of America’s most beloved historic cities. Together, the harbor and carriage tours capture the best of Charleston’s beauty, history, and culture in one unforgettable outing.

Sailing the waters and rolling through the streets is a perfect way to take in Charleston, South Carolina from two completely different angles. This combo experience blends a scenic cruise aboard the Carolina Belle with a charming carriage ride through the city’s historic district. On the harbor, views stretch across centuries of history, from the battlegrounds of Fort Sumter and the graceful Ravenel Bridge to elegant homes along the Battery. Wildlife sightings of dolphins and pelicans add to the lively backdrop, making it an engaging and relaxing experience on the water.

Back on land, the horse-drawn carriage tour takes you into Charleston’s storied past, winding through cobblestone streets and past iconic landmarks. Licensed guides share the city’s history with plenty of humor and detail, bringing 350 years of Charleston’s character to life. From church steeples and lush gardens to tales of patriots and preservation, this carriage ride offers an intimate look at the charm that makes Charleston one of America’s most beloved historic cities. Together, the harbor and carriage tours capture the best of Charleston’s beauty, history, and culture in one unforgettable outing.

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

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When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily

Any restrictions to participate?

• Age: All ages are welcome.
• Physical limitations:
  • Harbor Tour: Wheelchair accessible with limitations (boarding via a 30-foot ramp, steepness varies with tides; stairs required for the lower enclosed deck).
  • Carriage Tour: The barn has a ramp to assist boarding, but tours may not operate in extreme weather conditions.

Who can you accommodate for?

• Children: Children are welcome.
• Individuals with disabilities: Harbor Tour is wheelchair friendly with tide-dependent access. Carriage Tour offers ramp boarding at the barn for those needing extra assistance. Service animals permitted.
• Dietary restrictions: Not applicable (snack bar available on boat but no dietary accommodations guaranteed).
• Languages: Narration is in English only.
• Pets: Pets are not permitted; service animals are allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

• Duration:
  • Harbor Tour lasts 1.5 hours
  • Carriage Tour lasts approximately 1 hour.
• What’s included:
  • Narrated 90-minute Charleston Harbor Tour aboard the Carolina Belle, covering 75+ historic landmarks.
  • Narrated 1-hour carriage ride through Charleston’s historic district with a licensed Old South Carriage guide.
• Who will be present: Licensed captain and crew on the boat, licensed carriage driver and guide, fellow passengers (boat up to 300 guests, carriage up to 16 passengers).
• Spectators: Only ticketed participants may join.
• Photo/ video: Personal photography encouraged.
• Specific rules to follow: Smoking, vaping, and outside food/drinks not permitted on the boat or carriage.

How to prepare?

• Weather dependency:
  • Harbor Tour operates rain or shine. The Carolina Belle has enclosed and partially covered spaces.
  • Carriage Tour operates in light rain but may cancel in heavy rain or extreme heat.
• Arrival: Arrive 20–30 minutes early for Harbor Tour check-in. Carriage Tour time must be reserved separately by calling Old South Carriage at (843) 722-1112.
• Parking:
  • Harbor Tour: No on-site parking. Closest option is SC Aquarium Garage (24 Calhoun St). Rideshare, pedicabs, and CARTA DASH shuttle recommended.
  • Carriage Tour: Departs from Old South Carriage Company, 14 Anson St. Metered parking and garages nearby; Parkopedia app recommended.
• What to wear: Comfortable clothing, layers for cooler harbor breezes, weather-appropriate attire.
• What to bring: Camera, sunscreen, hat (for summer), cash/card for snack bar purchases.
• Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: Restrooms available at Maritime Center and on the boat. Carriage barn also has facilities. No lockers or changing rooms provided.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

• Harbor Tour departs from Charleston Maritime Center (10 Wharfside St). Carriage Ride departs from Old South Carriage Company barn (14 Anson St). Walking distance between locations is about 15 minutes (0.7 miles).
• Tours can be done on the same day or split across different days.
• Construction is ongoing at the Maritime Center; allow extra time and follow signs.
• The Carolina Belle is a USCG-certified vessel meeting all safety requirements.

Any restrictions to participate?

• Age: All ages are welcome.
• Physical limitations:
  • Harbor Tour: Wheelchair accessible with limitations (boarding via a 30-foot ramp, steepness varies with tides; stairs required for the lower enclosed deck).
  • Carriage Tour: The barn has a ramp to assist boarding, but tours may not operate in extreme weather conditions.

Who can you accommodate for?

• Children: Children are welcome.
• Individuals with disabilities: Harbor Tour is wheelchair friendly with tide-dependent access. Carriage Tour offers ramp boarding at the barn for those needing extra assistance. Service animals permitted.
• Dietary restrictions: Not applicable (snack bar available on boat but no dietary accommodations guaranteed).
• Languages: Narration is in English only.
• Pets: Pets are not permitted; service animals are allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

• Duration:
  • Harbor Tour lasts 1.5 hours
  • Carriage Tour lasts approximately 1 hour.
• What’s included:
  • Narrated 90-minute Charleston Harbor Tour aboard the Carolina Belle, covering 75+ historic landmarks.
  • Narrated 1-hour carriage ride through Charleston’s historic district with a licensed Old South Carriage guide.
• Who will be present: Licensed captain and crew on the boat, licensed carriage driver and guide, fellow passengers (boat up to 300 guests, carriage up to 16 passengers).
• Spectators: Only ticketed participants may join.
• Photo/ video: Personal photography encouraged.
• Specific rules to follow: Smoking, vaping, and outside food/drinks not permitted on the boat or carriage.

How to prepare?

• Weather dependency:
  • Harbor Tour operates rain or shine. The Carolina Belle has enclosed and partially covered spaces.
  • Carriage Tour operates in light rain but may cancel in heavy rain or extreme heat.
• Arrival: Arrive 20–30 minutes early for Harbor Tour check-in. Carriage Tour time must be reserved separately by calling Old South Carriage at (843) 722-1112.
• Parking:
  • Harbor Tour: No on-site parking. Closest option is SC Aquarium Garage (24 Calhoun St). Rideshare, pedicabs, and CARTA DASH shuttle recommended.
  • Carriage Tour: Departs from Old South Carriage Company, 14 Anson St. Metered parking and garages nearby; Parkopedia app recommended.
• What to wear: Comfortable clothing, layers for cooler harbor breezes, weather-appropriate attire.
• What to bring: Camera, sunscreen, hat (for summer), cash/card for snack bar purchases.
• Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: Restrooms available at Maritime Center and on the boat. Carriage barn also has facilities. No lockers or changing rooms provided.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

• Harbor Tour departs from Charleston Maritime Center (10 Wharfside St). Carriage Ride departs from Old South Carriage Company barn (14 Anson St). Walking distance between locations is about 15 minutes (0.7 miles).
• Tours can be done on the same day or split across different days.
• Construction is ongoing at the Maritime Center; allow extra time and follow signs.
• The Carolina Belle is a USCG-certified vessel meeting all safety requirements.

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No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 24 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 24 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 14 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 24 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 24 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.

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