Historic District Travel Guide
Ocala

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Things to do

Silver Springs Kayak Tour Glass Bottom

Silver Springs Clear Kayak Tour – Manatees & Monkeys Tour

Silver Springs 2-Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour

Glass Bottom Kayak Eco Tour through Rainbow Springs

Rainbow Springs: Clear Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour

Rainbow Springs Guided Kayak/ Swim/ Snorkel Adventure
Top hotels in Historic District

Equus Inn Ocala
"Arrived at 6:00 p.m. for check-in, even though check-in begins at 3:00 p.m., and was told my room still wasn't ready, so I had to wait. The hotel is in a noisy location, and the room could have been much cleaner. There was dust in the corners, and the shower floor felt oily and slippery. Overall, ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocala FL I-75
"We received refund from Expedia since room had cockroaches"
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Hilton Ocala
"Love the location of this Hilton. It has à.great bar and Happy Hour. The room was very nice and clean. I have stayed at this Hilton for years"
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

The Riding Academy Hotel
"Cleaning staff was very attentive and great. It was a very great facility, comfortable beds, and awesome amenities. We would stay there again."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

The Equestrian Hotel
"one of the finest hotels we have stayed in in years"
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Pet-friendly Home Close to WEC Ocala!
"The space is great but bedsheets & pillowcases were not so cleaned, had stains some hair & lint .On 2nd day, they gave us a new bedsheets!!"
Reviewed on 10 May 2025
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Where to stay in Historic District

Historic Downtown
Though Historic Downtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.

Fort King District
If you're spending some time in Fort King District, Silver Springs State Park and Appleton Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

West Ocala
West Ocala might not have many top sights, but Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
North Magnolia Business District
While North Magnolia Business District isn't home to many top sights, Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.


