Carriage and Sleigh Rides

The carriages are polished and the horses are groomed. Come to the Granger Homestead for narrated carriage rides. This unique experience will be available June 4 - October 23, 2010.

Historic District Tour: Friday and Sunday afternoons at 1-3 pm This 45-minute antique horse drawn carriage tour begins and ends at the Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum. The ride takes passengers on a fascinating trip back in time through the side streets of the Canandaigua Historic District and onto the grounds of Sonnenberg Gardens. The driver shares historical tales and folklore while pointing out a wealth of fine architecture along the way.

Woodlawn Cemetery Tour: Thursday afternoons 1:30 to 3:30 pm (pick up tickets at Granger on the hour- 10 minutes of additional travel time to the cemetery is needed.)

This 45-minute antique horse drawn carriage tour begins and ends at the Chapel, built by the Thompsons, at nearby Woodlawn Cemetery. However, passengers must pick up tickets and directions first at the Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum.  The carriage ride takes passengers on a stroll though a beautiful park-like cemetery.  The driver relates historical details while sharing tales of the famous and infamous (former) residents of this area. This is a great ride for the history buff or a starting point for researching ancestors for the family tree.

45-Minute Carriage Tours Cost: $20 adults, $10 children 4-12, children under 4 free.  Reservations are required. Please call (585) 394-1472.

We also offer a 10-minute ride around the Homestead property.
Cost $5 for adults, $3 children 4-12, under age 4 free – No reservations are required

Each carriage holds three adult passengers, or a combination of adults and children as space permits. Each carriage has a weight limit of 600 pounds.

 

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The Granger Homestead has a carriage that everyone can ride in. It is a custom-made handicapped accessible Wagonette.  This carriage was specially made for the Granger Homestead and is available to rent for special occasions or for use during regularly scheduled hours with advance notice. Please call (585) 394-1472 for details.



*Mobility challenged passengers are required to have a capable accompanying companion able to assist entry and exit of the carriage.