Historic Downtown
Ocala
Visit Historic Downtown
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 horseback 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 at World Equestrian Center – Ocala during your trip to Ocala. Check out 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. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
I-75 Super Flea Market
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at I-75 Super Flea Market during your stay in Ocala. Discover the area's live music, or seek out its horseback riding.
Paddock Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Paddock Mall during your visit to Ocala. Experience the area's entertainment venues and museums.
Things to do
Silver Springs Clear Kayak Manatee, Monkey & Wildlife Adventures
Silver Springs Manatee Kayak Tour
Silver Springs: Silver River Guided Kayak Tour
Sassy Silver Springs Kayak and Paddle Rental
Silver Springs Clear Kayak Tour – Manatees & Monkeys Tour
Clear Kayak or Paddleboard Manatee Adventure
Top hotels in Historic Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown
"Cute stay downtown Ocala. Plenty of restaurants and shops in walking distance. Our only issue was the noise from the street below our room. Nothing the hotel can do about that but they did give us ear plugs in the room if we wanted to use them."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Shamrock Cove Inn
"Hidden gem great staff….."
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2026
Equus Inn Ocala
"Very comfortable bed and bath area very clean. Staff friendly"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
The Equestrian Hotel
"Great hotel, always a pleasure"
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Hilton Ocala
"Very nice inside and out! Cool bar area. And the kids loved feeding the horses out back"
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
The Riding Academy Hotel
Where to stay in Historic Downtown
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.
Historic District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.
West Ocala
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Ocala and surrounding area, you can visit Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.
North Magnolia Business District
While North Magnolia Business District might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.
