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Historic Charleston District & Horse Carriage Tour

Historic Charleston District & Horse Carriage Tour

The Charleston Historic District, also known as Old Charleston, includes most of the historic heart of the city, covers an unmatched collection of 18th and 19th-century structures, including many unique Charleston houses. The area runs south from east-west Fishburne and Line streets. Its structures reflect numerous significant eras of development, with high-quality examples of different architectural styles owing from the city’s continued significance through more than 300 years of history.

The best way to tour the historic district is through a horse-drawn carriage which lets you and your group explore the city’s historic sites with a fun and engaging experience.

Interesting Facts About the Historic Charleston District & Horse Carriage Tour
  • The creation of Charleston’s historic district in 1931 established “the first historic district protected by local legislation in the United States.
  • During the carriage tour, get to see glorious gardens, magnificent mansions, famous landmarks, and distinct architectural styles that make Charleston so charming.
  • Broad Street is where a number of significant historic civic and government buildings are found, including the 1752 St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, the 1767 Exchange and Provost Dungeon, and the 1792 Charleston County Courthouse