Historic Downtown
Ocala
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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.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour
Silver Springs Manatee Kayak Tour
Be Well Holistic Massage Wellness Center, P. A. Signature Massage 60-Min.
Glass Bottom Kayak Tours of Silver Springs
Clear Kayak or Paddleboard Manatee Adventure
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Ocala
Top hotels in Historic Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown
Room was spotless, staff was amazing
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Shamrock Cove Inn
Nice,quiet
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Equus Inn Ocala
Good service nice breakfast
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Ocala North
Easy check in clean and nice remodeled room
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
The Equestrian Hotel
Except for the front desk, all staff went above and beyond to ensure a lovely stay. The property and rooms are exceptional, which is the reason for the rating. The front desk was a disappointment and TWICE ignored me standing in front of them (first checking in myself and then again checking in a ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocala FL I-75
Rooms were clean and comfortable.Breakfast was hot and good Will return
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
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 Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP.
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.
