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.
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.
HCA Florida Ocala Hospital
If HCA Florida Ocala Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Ocala.
Things to do

Silver Springs Jungle Kayaking and Paddleboarding

Sassy Silver Springs Kayak and Paddle Rental

Sassy’s Silver Springs Kayak and Paddleboard Tours

Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour

Silver Springs Manatee Kayak Tour

Manatees, Monkeys and Florida Natural Spring Adventure Tour
Top hotels in Historic Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown
Great location, decent hotel.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Shamrock Cove Inn
Room was clean but bathroom was small.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Apartment in the heart of Historic Ocala Downtown
Very clean and just right for my husband and I. The host responded to any inquiries very quickly.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Equus Inn Ocala
Internet has real slow tv keep pausing
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Ocala North
First of all, the staff here were very nice and helpful. The property however, was run down and the hallways smelled very musty. It was difficult to find because it is not well marked and is located behind other buildings. There are better options for a couple dollars more.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Studio 6 Ocala, FL
Clean room, quiet . TV did not work, no shampoo .
Reviewed on 22 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 Appleton Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
