Historic Downtown
Ocala
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bubba Raceway Park
Catch an event at Bubba Raceway Park during your trip to Ocala. Discover the area's live music or seek out its horse riding.
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.
Things to do
Silver Springs Manatee Kayak Tour
Silver Springs Jungle Kayaking and Paddleboarding
Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour
Sassy Silver Springs Kayak and Paddle Rental
Glass Bottom Kayak Tours of Silver Springs
Silver Springs: Clear Kayak Wildlife Adventure
Top hotels in Historic Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown
Great location, decent hotel.
Reviewed on 4 Mar, 2026
Shamrock Cove Inn
No ac all night and couldn’t get in touch with anyone
Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Ocala I-75
The main problem was that the sheets on the bed had not been cleaned. The bed was made but the bedding was obviously dirty, stains from dirt and possibly make-up on the comforter and sheets. We pulled the blankets back and there were curly black hairs all over the bed. I told the lady at the desk ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026
Studio 6 Ocala, FL
Nothing really stood out but it was quiet
Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026
The Riding Academy Hotel
Beautiful property
Reviewed on 9 Mar, 2026
The Equestrian Hotel
The best hotel experience I’ve ever had- beautiful, aesthetic, polished- Honestly, if any one says anything different they’ll never be satisfied! Loved every minute, down to the chocolates by the bed. I even forgot my medicine at home, and the on site pharmacy called my home pharmacy and had it transferred ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown
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.
Historic District
Though Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reilly Arts Center and Paddock Mall.
West Ocala
West Ocala might not have many top sights, but Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Reilly Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
