Getting around Charleston with your dog
Rides and rental cars that take dogs, for the stretches too long or too hot to walk. Each one says so on its own site or app.
Pedicab (bike taxi)Charleston Bike Taxi
Downtown Charleston
Open-air bike taxis around downtown that welcome well-behaved pets. $9 per rider for up to 10 minutes (groups of 2 to 3), or $15 per 10 minutes for a solo ride. Call 843-532-8663 about 10 to 15 minutes ahead, or flag down a yellow Bike Taxi.
â Verified Oct 2026
Ride appLyft pet-friendly rides
All over Charleston
The Lyft app offers pet-friendly rides in Charleston. Pick the pet option when you book; the app shows the current price.
â Verified Oct 2026
Rental cars
Want a car for beach days and day trips? These companies allow dogs. Most ask you to crate your dog and charge for extra cleaning, so bring a seat cover.
Turo Car sharing
Filter your search for cars marked "pet friendly", or get the host's written OK in Turo messaging first. Dogs must ride in a crate or carrier. Lots of pet hair means a cleaning fee. Their pet policy
Enterprise Rental car
Dogs are allowed at US locations. Keep them crated, and return the car free of pet hair to avoid a cleaning fee. Sister brands National and Alamo have the same rule. Their pet policy
Hertz Rental car
Dogs are allowed and don't need to be added to the booking. Bring your own pet seatbelt or carrier. You only pay extra for damage or special cleaning, like lots of pet hair. Their pet policy
Also allow dogs: National, Alamo, Avis, Budget. Each link opens that company's pet policy.
â Each policy read on the company's own site, Nov 2026. Rules can differ by location, so mention your dog when you book.
Too hot to walk?
On hot days, keep walks short and take a ride for the long stretches. See heat warning signs on our Watch-Outs page.
Before you ride
Policies can change, so mention your dog when you call or book.
Still checking:
- Uber Pet
- Charleston Water Taxi
We'll add them once the company confirms dogs can ride.