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

Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour

Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour

฿2,109
per adult
Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour
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

฿2,433
per adult
Manatees, Monkeys and Florida Natural Spring Adventure Tour
Silver Springs Paddle Board Adventure

Silver Springs Paddle Adventure

฿2,563
per adult
Silver Springs Paddle Adventure
Another beautiful gator on this true Florida adventure.

Gator Viewing Clear Kayak Springs Tour

฿2,595
per adult
Gator Viewing Clear Kayak Springs Tour
Best Salsa 1:1 Lesson in Miami

Best Salsa 1:1 Lesson in Ocala

฿2,912
per adult
Best Salsa 1:1 Lesson in Ocala
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Ocala

Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Ocala

฿6,029
per adult
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Ocala
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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 ฿3,826 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿3,826
฿4,266 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (555 reviews)
"Check in was a breeze n room was great, comfortable bed Everything was perfect would highly recommend it to my family n friends"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 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! (851 reviews)
"We loved staying here. It was cute, simple, and cozy. We will be back!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

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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! (1,532 reviews)
"Very well kept and close to many good food options. Internet is also good"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

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Equus Inn Ocala
The Riding Academy Hotel

The Riding Academy Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1615 NW 81st Ter Rd, Ocala, FL
Stay at this hotel in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (603 reviews)
"Stayed with my 12 year old daughter and we LOVED our stay! Loved having the Tack Room close by for food/snacks, and also loved being able to get a golf cart on site! Everything was made so easy and convenient so we could enjoy our stay and all things Horses! We will be coming back!"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

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The Riding Academy Hotel
Best Western Ocala Park Centre

Best Western Ocala Park Centre

2.5 out of 5
3701 SW 38th Avenue, Ocala, FL
The price is ฿2,476 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
฿2,476
฿2,760 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ocala. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,193 reviews)
"Very good hotel I enjoyed myself there and everything"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Best Western Ocala Park Centre
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 ฿2,144 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿2,144
฿2,390 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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! (108 reviews)
"Very Affordable"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 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 Paddock Mall 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