Historic Downtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
Activities
Clear Kayak or Paddleboard Manatee Adventure
Sassy’s Silver Springs Kayak and Paddleboard Tours
Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour
Sassy Silver Springs Kayak and Paddle Rental
Glass Bottom Kayak Tours of Silver Springs
Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown
Great location
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Shamrock Cove Inn
The room had recently been renovated. Nicely decorated, great shower with super soft towels, round the clock on-site front desk staff, free water and snacks in room.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Boutique hotel in historic downtown Ocala: Queen
Boutique hotel in historic downtown Ocala: King
Equus Inn Ocala
The outside of the builds new a refresh but the rooms are updated, clean & roomy! We enjoyed our stay and would stay again when in the area.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Ocala North
Clean , attractive room and bathroom, nice staff, nice breakfast, coffee all day, beautiful pool!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
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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 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.
