Historic Downtown Travel Guide

Ocala

Popular places to visit

Ocala Downtown Square

Ocala Downtown Square is just one of the places to see in Ocala, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's live music and monuments.

Ocala Downtown Square

World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Learn about the events happening in World Equestrian Center – Ocala during your trip to Ocala. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Florida Horse Park

Explore the great outdoors at Florida Horse Park, a lovely green space in Ocala. Discover the museums in this family-friendly area or seek out its horse riding.

Florida Horse Park

I-75 Super Flea Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at I-75 Super Flea Market during your stay in Ocala. Discover the area's live music or seek out its horse riding.

I-75 Super Flea Market

Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training

Enjoy an outing to Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training during your stay in Ocala. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training

Paddock Mall

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Paddock Mall during your stay in Ocala. Experience the area's entertainment venues and museums.

Paddock Mall

Things to do

Best Salsa 1:1 Lesson in Miami

Best Salsa 1:1 Lesson in Ocala

฿2,887
per adult
Best Salsa 1:1 Lesson in Ocala
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Ocala

Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Ocala

฿5,977
per adult
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Ocala
When your on the clear paddle boards or clear kayaks it feels like your swimming with right with the manatees!

Manatees, Monkeys and Florida Natural Spring Adventure Tour

฿2,406
per adult
Manatees, Monkeys and Florida Natural Spring Adventure Tour
Another beautiful gator on this true Florida adventure.

Gator Viewing Clear Kayak Springs Tour

฿2,566
per adult
Gator Viewing Clear Kayak Springs Tour
Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour

Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour

฿2,085
per adult
Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour
Silver Springs Paddle Board Adventure

Silver Springs Paddle Adventure

฿2,534
per adult
Silver Springs Paddle Adventure
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown

3 out of 5
120 East Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL
The price is ฿3,282 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿3,282
฿3,659 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Ocala Downtown ...
7.6/10 Good! (577 reviews)
"$25 parking was unexpected but cost of the stay was reasonable. Wished there had been a pool area. Nice room, loved the big closet, nice shower."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown
Shamrock Cove Inn

Shamrock Cove Inn

2 out of 5
215 S Pine Ave., Ocala, FL
Stay at this motel in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (856 reviews)
"Good stay. Clean and comfortable. Will be back."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

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Shamrock Cove Inn
Equus Inn Ocala

Equus Inn Ocala

2.5 out of 5
3434 Sw College Rd, Ocala, FL
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ocala. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,590 reviews)
"The staff and service were great. The room was clean, the beds were comfortable and it was quiet. The breakfast was standard quick serve yourself. Overall pleasant stay."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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Equus Inn Ocala
The Equestrian Hotel

The Equestrian Hotel

5 out of 5
8510 NW 17th Lane, Ocala, FL
The price is ฿7,406 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿7,406
฿8,258 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (543 reviews)
"Beautiful lobby and spacious rooms. Staff was friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

The Equestrian Hotel
Super 8 by Wyndham Ocala I-75

Super 8 by Wyndham Ocala I-75

2 out of 5
3924 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,562 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿1,562
฿1,741 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (661 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Clean room. Nice pool area. Grass could use mowing, but no big deal."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Super 8 by Wyndham Ocala I-75
Quality Inn & Suites Ocala I-75

Quality Inn & Suites Ocala I-75

2.5 out of 5
Nw Blitchton Rd, 3767, Ocala, FL
The price is ฿1,892 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿1,892
฿2,110 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ocala. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions I-75 Super Flea Market and Hampton Aquatic ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (155 reviews)
"My only issue was that the hot water in the bathroom was only warm. This was in the north building. When we stayed on another trip in the south unit, it was fine. Taking a shower when the water was only warm was not what we expected."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Ocala I-75
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown

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North Magnolia Business District

While North Magnolia Business District isn't home to many top sights, Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Reilly Arts Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

North Magnolia Business District
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Historic District

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

Historic District
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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.

West Ocala
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Fort King District

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

Fort King District

Historic Downtown Travel Guide