Historic District
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.
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.
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.
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 Kayak Manatee, Monkey & Wildlife Adventures

Silver Springs Manatee Kayak Tour

Rainbow Springs: Clear Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour

Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour

Clear Kayak or Paddleboard Manatee Adventure

Glass Bottom Kayak Tours of Silver Springs
Top hotels in Historic District

Equus Inn Ocala
The staff was very friendly and nice, however, the property is rundown and the rooms weren't cleaned thoroughly. There were live bugs in the rooms and dead ones smashed on the walls. There was also hair sitting on the shower drain and hair stuck to walls. Some of the weather stripping on the door ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocala FL I-75
Very run down. Lots of people hanging out litterally doing drugs in the parking lot. The free breakfast they serve was pretty sad. Every staff member i encountered was very friendly. Friendly staff would be my only positive remark.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Ocala North
Near I-75. But not loud, fenced and was clean . Will stay again , if needed.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Hilton Ocala
Bugs in sink and on pillow. Charged for parking never telling me and website says optional parking fee area. Water on floor and toilet never flushed. Wrote a letter to avoid writing review but no response, therefore writing the review.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Ocala I-75
Terrible experience, dirty room, stained bedsheets, strong cigarette smell in the room
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

The Equestrian Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic District

Historic Downtown
Though Historic Downtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.

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.

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.
