Title: Historic Downtown Travel Guide: Best of Historic Downtown, Ocala Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Historic Downtown](https://expedia.co.uk/Historic-Downtown-Hotels.d553248635976659158.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Ocala](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ocala.d6190293.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Historic Downtown Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Historic-Downtown.d553248635976659158.Car-Hire-Guide)[Historic Downtown Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Historic-Downtown.d553248635976659158.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Historic Downtown Travel Guide ## Ocala ## Visit Historic Downtown Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Ocala travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ocala.dx6190293) * * * ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ocala-Downtown-Square-Ocala.d553248635934867857.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/World-Equestrian-Center-Ocala-Ocala.d717838737274777600.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Florida-Horse-Park-Ocala.d6128384.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/I-75-Super-Flea-Market-Ocala.d6139931.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Florida-Aquatics-Swimming-And-Training-Ocala.d761685570476695552.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paddock-Mall-Ocala.d6127887.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Best Salsa 1:1 Lesson in Miami](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1883634/98f20ffc-2725-437b-b96e-83d5cf1ee452.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Best Salsa 1:1 Lesson in Ocala £67 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-salsa-11-lesson-in-ocala.a1883634.activity-details) ![Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Ocala](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46776420/a5751637-d04a-4cba-ba5f-cff674daabed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Ocala £138 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-professional-vacation-photoshoot-in-ocala.a46776420.activity-details) ![Sassy Silver Springs Kayak and Paddle Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49757608/b147a4c7-6bc8-4c02-8a50-0b57b731499d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sassy Silver Springs Kayak and Paddle Rental £33 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sassy-silver-springs-kayak-and-paddle-rental.a49757608.activity-details) ![Silver Springs: Clear Kayak Wildlife Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5222329/f23fde0c-a124-4914-a9f6-4d235c3a2dfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Silver Springs: Clear Kayak Wildlife Adventure £56 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/silver-springs-clear-kayak-wildlife-adventure.a5222329.activity-details) ![Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49215752/c8d3144b-9409-4930-91ba-e3f4f8380f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour £48 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/silver-springs-clear-kayaking-wildlife-tour.a49215752.activity-details) ![Silver Springs Paddle Board Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47222628/6d819cf2-de3a-467c-95e4-73bfe098b043.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Silver Springs Paddle Adventure £59 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/silver-springs-paddle-adventure.a47222628.activity-details) [See all activities in Ocala](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ocala.d6190293.Travel-Guide-Activities) * * * ## Top hotels in Historic Downtown ![Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46230000/46227200/46227142/3bdaf17e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown 120 East Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL £88 21 Sept - 22 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Ocala Downtown ... 7.6/10 Good! (574 reviews) "Very clean and the bar is great!" Reviewed on 6 Sep 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F09%2F2025&endDate=22%2F09%2F2025&selected=46227142&PinnedHotelID=46227142&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976659158) ![Shamrock Cove Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10260000/10253700/10253641/36681448_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shamrock Cove Inn 215 S Pine Ave., Ocala, FL Stay at this motel in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (855 reviews) Great location and place to stay! "Great location only couple blocks away from downtown Ocala. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I loved the decor in the room and had a great microwave and good sized cold refrigerator! The hotel has been there quite a while but they have done a very good job of remodeling and keeping the rooms ..." Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F09%2F2025&endDate=30%2F09%2F2025&selected=10253641&PinnedHotelID=10253641&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976659158) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F09%2F2025&endDate=30%2F09%2F2025&selected=10253641&PinnedHotelID=10253641&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976659158) ![Apartment in the heart of Historic Ocala Downtown ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111370000/111362300/111362249/b16e34a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apartment in the heart of Historic Ocala Downtown Ocala, FL £160 5 Oct - 6 Oct includes taxes & fees Stay at this apartment in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Ocala Downtown Square and Juniper Prairie Wilderness ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews) "The apartment was in a great location. Easy walk to the square and restaurants. The apartment was very clean and had everything we needed. It was nice to enjoy a drink on the balcony before dinner. We would definitely stay again." Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F10%2F2025&endDate=06%2F10%2F2025&selected=111362249&PinnedHotelID=111362249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976659158) ![Equus Inn Ocala](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27200/27152/8ea1560b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Equus Inn Ocala 3434 Sw College Rd, Ocala, FL Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ocala. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,576 reviews) Recommended "Hotel was sufficient for our needs. Enjoyed stay. Disappointed the pool was under repair." Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F09%2F2025&endDate=30%2F09%2F2025&selected=27152&PinnedHotelID=27152&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976659158) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F09%2F2025&endDate=30%2F09%2F2025&selected=27152&PinnedHotelID=27152&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976659158) ![Super 8 by Wyndham Ocala I-75](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/440400/440373/446781fe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Super 8 by Wyndham Ocala I-75 3924 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £43 29 Sept - 30 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ... 6.8/10 (654 reviews) "El baño no estaba muy limpio" Reviewed on 6 Sep 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F09%2F2025&endDate=30%2F09%2F2025&selected=440373&PinnedHotelID=440373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976659158) ![The Riding Academy Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101910000/101900100/101900086/9ee11f0b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Riding Academy Hotel 1615 NW 81st Ter Rd, Ocala, FL Stay at this spa hotel in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (644 reviews) "I loved the property!" 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ocala-North-Magnolia-Business-District.dx901372703716769792) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic District Though Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ocala-Historic-District.dx553248635976476623) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Ocala West Ocala might not have many top sights, but Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ocala-West-Ocala.dx901372307638153216) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/559501f1584de3b5d63820f489f69149.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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