America · CARRIAGE RIDES
The shortlist to send a friend: 15 carriage rides tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the thing to know before you pay.
Ride 30 blocks of Charleston in a one-hour horse-drawn carriage, guided by Palmetto Guild experts, with Belgian or Percheron horses.
“The tour guide Wendy had great humour and is a beautiful story teller. Loved going through the charming streets of the city.”
A 40-minute Charleston ghost tour by horse and carriage, narrated by certified guides. You’ll see key haunt spots fast, with no walking.
“Aiken was the new horse and he was great, along with his guide Miles. We loved the ghost tour and enjoyed the historical facts he gave us.”
Horse-drawn carriage through historic Charleston with a certified guide, classic landmarks, and great photo angles for one hour.
“Loved the historical information..very interesting and friendly staff! Bill was fantastic! I received a nice education!”
Private Central Park horse and carriage ride for up to 4, with a live guide, warm blankets, and photo stops for about 55 minutes.
“Nice, but too expensive considering that it was difficult to find the meeting point for a first time visiter to NY, didn't really get to see much since it got dark so soon, nor did the tour guide have any carrots to feed the beautiful horse.”
Ride a covered mule carriage through New Orleans French Quarter haunted history near Jackson Square, with a small group and licensed guides.
“Very easy going tour. I enjoyed the ride. Our guide Trish was superb. Very informative story telling.”
VIP private Central Park carriage ride for up to 5, with blankets, photo stops, and a relaxed 50-minute route.
“Very peaceful. Our driver Matt was very knowledgeable and made our ride great.We will go again in warmer months.”
Ride a horse-drawn carriage through downtown Charleston with a live guide, hitting Harbor, Rainbow Row, King Street, and Battery.
“Great history and tour. Amazing control of the Ohio horse in the busy traffic.”
Small-group Beaufort horse and carriage tour with Civil War sites, historic churches, movie locations, and a chocolate stop, for $35.
“Excellent tour guide and very informative. Great way to see the area and get some history on Beaufort.”
Ride an open-top horse-drawn carriage through Gettysburg with a licensed guide for 2 hours. Small group, $74 per person.
“Truman is an amazing guide, with a great depth of knowledge.”
Guided private Central Park horse carriage ride with narration, photo stops at Bethesda and Cherry Hill, blankets in winter, up to 4.
“Very peaceful night ride and good city info. Thanks Niko”
Private Central Park horse carriage ride with an English guide, photo stops, winter blankets, and optional Fifth Avenue lights.
“Kadir was our guide, he text me to let me know where to meet him, he was great. Very knowledgeable. He took our photos going around too which was great. We were so lucky to have the tour round Central Park in the snow. Definitely recommend this trip. He had blankets for us to warm up too.”
Meet horses on Anson Street, then ride 2 to 3 miles of Charleston residential streets with a city-licensed guide for $50.
“Our experience was seamless. Everyone was super friendly. The location was easy to find, and our guide was very fun and knowledgeable about the area.”
1-hour mule carriage ride through New Orleans French Quarter and Faubourg Marigny, with live guide stories from Jackson Square.
“My guide was awesome!!! She was VERY informative &Marie was a doll!!! would definitely do it again!”
Horse-drawn covered wagon in Denali’s backyard, then backcountry family-style dining with draft-horse photos and guide stories.
“Great experience with Eric and Phoenix. Phoenix was a good chap, looked after us well and served us lunch. He was very knowledgeable as was Eric. Lunch was very tasty, lots of choice including different drinks. Enjoyed learning about the horses. Really nice spot with the Black Diamond. Nice slow pace to meander around the backcountry with Jay and Turbo (horses). The horses have quite distinct personalities! Bring mosquito repellent if you are susceptible to being bitten!”
A 1-hour horse-drawn carriage ride from Charleston City Market. Pass the Battery, Rainbow Row, historic houses, and churches with a guide.
“Excellent tour guide and horse Chico. Very informative and would highly recommend to anyone seeking a historical tour.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
