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Olde Towne Carriage Co.

  • December 7, 2007
  • Rated 5 of 5 by vampirefan from Mt. Pleasant, North Carolina
Olde Towne Carriage Co.

Since this was Brenda’s first time to Charleston she wanted to take a horse drawn carriage ride. While in the visitor’s center we picked up several brochures for companies and based our decision on their $3 off coupon!

Shortly after purchasing our tickets the staff was ready to board us. John, Brenda, and I climbed aboard the carriage and took advantage of the blankets provided to keep us toasty on our ride. Our guide for the day was Fran and leading the way was the very handsome Zig (who does actually have a brother named Zag). The romantic sound of the clip clop of Zig's hoofs took us down towards the market to start our sunset adventure.

Zig took us down the historic streets and past the beautiful buildings that have stood fast since the beginning of this country. Riding in a carriage you get to see this place the way is was seen centuries ago. Fran gave us the history of Charleston and points out places of significance. Churches, cemeteries, tourist attractions, and buildings that play a part of the cities past are pointed out. She explains how this most mannerly city began its historic preservation and how it continues even to this day. As we go past the Old Exchange Building we spot a pirate who has came out to wave at us. Fran points out some incredible architectural details on buildings. As we make our way down to Waterfront park the sun is setting giving us picture post card moments not to be missed and making those of us with cameras in hand grateful. We meander past the port authority and the cruise ship terminals which now sends thousands off to tropical destinations weekly. And before you know it our hour is up we are back where we started. Glad to be out of the increasingly cold temperatures yet not quite ready to end our day in this rich and vibrant city. As we part ways we thank Fran for the wonderful tour and we enjoy having a few minutes to give Zig some attention.

The Olde Town Carriage has been in business for 25 years now and their guides are licensed by the city. The have been featured in Southern Living Magazine . They do offer private carriage rentals for special occasions and do offer group rates. In order to take the ride you do have to be able to climb up a step ladder in order to board the carriage. They run tours daily from 9 am to dusk. There is no need for advanced reservations except for groups. You just show up and purchase your ticket and there will be a tour going out before you know it. They are located just past the city market area where most of the carriage rides are located and next to Anson’s Restaurant (where Reese Witherspoon had her bridal shower!).

For more information go to www.oldetownecarriage.com.

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