Horse Drawn Carriages Near You

1. FAQ about hiring a Horse Drawn Carriage

FAQ about hiring a Horse Drawn Carriage

How much does a horse and carriage rental cost?

Horse and carriage rentals, on average, typically cost between $500 - $800 for 1 hour. However, this range can vary depending on your location, travel costs, carriage requests, and other requirements that are specific to your event. Before booking, discuss the breakdown of costs with the professional. If it’s an hourly fee, ask if wait times are included in that fee. For example, you may need the horse and carriage as transport to your wedding venue and then again to the reception. When you have discussed and agreed to the specifics, be sure the professional includes these details in the booking agreement.

Are horse drawn carriage rentals available for weddings?

Yes! Horse and carriage rentals are available for weddings, proposals, proms, and any other special event. With GigSalad, you can easily find and compare rates of horse drawn carriages in your area.

Are Cinderella carriages available for rent?

This depends on your location or the location of your event. For many professionals offering horse drawn carriage services, there are several options for you to choose from. Choices can include color and horse breed, and carriage options such as Cinderella, Vis-a-vis, and stage coaches. Some professionals can even customize their carriages as well as the driver’s attire to match your wedding colors!

How fast do horse drawn carriages go?

Horse drawn carriages typically travel between 2-4 miles per hour.

Are horse drawn carriages street legal where I live?

In many cities, horse drawn carriages have the same rights and responsibilities as any other vehicle. To be certain, check out your city’s regulations and discuss these details with the professional you’re looking to book. Be sure to ask if the carriage and driver have the correct license and/or permit to drive specifically in your location.

Are carriage horses well cared for?

A carriage company's livelihood depends upon caring properly for their animals so they work hard to ensure that the horses are clean, strong, and healthy. To keep them healthy, companies must feed them well and house them in clean barns and pastures. In order to keep the carriage horses safe and calm, they are also well-trained and acclimated to traffic and other conditions they often encounter at special events.