Historic Downtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 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.
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.
Activities
Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour
Silver Springs Manatee Kayak Tour
Silver Springs Jungle Kayaking and Paddleboarding
Glass Bottom Kayak Tours of Silver Springs
Sassy Silver Springs Kayak and Paddle Rental
Be Well Holistic Massage Wellness Center, P. A. Signature Massage 60-Min.
Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown
Room was spotless, staff was amazing
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Shamrock Cove Inn
Great staff, very comfortable bed, clean.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Equus Inn Ocala
Spotless room. Comfortable beds. Very affordable.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocala FL I-75
The staff was courteous. Bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Ocala I-75
Yes
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
The Equestrian Hotel
Great with dogs
Reviewed on 25 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 Paddock Mall.
West Ocala
West Ocala might not have many top sights, but Reilly Arts Center and Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP 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.
