Top British Columbia Horse Carriage Rides

Enjoy a romantic ride with that special someone, or a fun excursion with family and friends as you visit Victoria’s James Bay neighborhood in a horse-drawn carriage. Feel the breeze of the Salish Sea as your horse clops through the charming streets of the district. Your guide provides historical information and folklore as you enjoy this private and personalized tour.

Place yourself in the history of James Bay as you enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride along the waterfronts of Victoria. Your personal driver provides an intimate experience, perfect for couples or family. Ride through Beacon Hill Park’s beautiful gardens. Travel to the refreshing Salish Sea waterfront, then end your tour in the James Bay Heritage district.

Capital of British Columbia, Vancouver lies on the southern shores of Vancouver Island—with striking architecture, pretty parks, and a British colonial history dating back to the Victorian era. On this tour, explore Victoria in comfort by traditional horse-drawn carriage as your guide brings the city’s Victorian past to life. Along the way, discover sites of interest such as Beacon Hill Park, historic James Bay, and the Salish Sea waterfront.

Feel like you’ve stepped back in time to vintage Victoria with a private tour through the city’s most splendid neighborhoods aboard a horse-drawn carriage. Beginning at the illustrious Empress Hotel, admire sailing ships in the Inner Harbor and trot through the leafy gardens and lawns of Beacon Hill Park. Pass stately Victorian mansions and other local landmarks like the Trans-Canada Highway Mile 0 marker, and take in fantastic views of the Olympic Mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca during the stylish ride.

Step aboard a horse-drawn carriage and experience a unique way to sightsee in Vancouver’s Stanley Park. Skip the crowded group tours on your private ride. Snap photos of attractions including the Rose Garden and First Nations totem poles during your leisurely ride. Get a great overview of the park in roughly an hour.

Discover the beauty of downtown Victoria on this 45-minute Beacon Hill Park carriage tour. Hop into your horse-drawn carriage and travel in style along the winding roadways round Beacon Hill Park — Victoria’s oldest and, many would say, most attractive park. Discover top local attractions including St Anne's Academy, the Empress Hotel and the Church Of Our Lord, and listen as your driver shares tales and folklore from Victoria's dim and distant past. Head along pretty pathways and enjoy fine views over the vibrant flowerbeds, peaceful ponds and manicured lawns.

Discover the natural beauty of Vancouver’s Stanley Park aboard a horse-drawn carriage on this charming 1-hour tour. Sit back and relax as your trusty steed clops along Park Drive overlooking the Seawall. An informative guide shares engaging commentary on the sights, including the Rose Garden, Girl in a Wetsuit Statue and the famous First Nations totem poles. Snap memorable photos of Vancouver and the Lion’s Gate Bridge. It’s a great way to experience the fresh air of Stanley Park without tiring your feet!