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.
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 horseback riding.
Things to do
Silver Springs Clear Kayak Manatee, Monkey & Wildlife Adventures
Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour
Silver Springs Manatee Kayak Tour
Sassy Silver Springs Kayak and Paddle Rental
Silver Springs: Clear Kayak Wildlife Adventure
Silver Springs: Clear Kayak Eco-Tour with Manatee Viewing
Top hotels in Historic Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown
Great location, decent hotel.
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
Shamrock Cove Inn
Room was clean but bathroom was small.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Equus Inn Ocala
Check in was excellent
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Ocala North
Clean room, staff helpful, comfortable bed. Property was a bit sketchy, but well lit. It was exactly what we needed for our 6 hour stay.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Studio 6 Ocala, FL
Dogs swimming in the pool. People smoking weed on the grass
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Ocala I-75
It was great for the price point. Will go back.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown
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 Reilly Arts Center.
Historic District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Reilly Arts Center 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 Reilly Arts Center.
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.
