Ocala
Marion County, Florida
Known worldwide as the Horse Capital of the World, Ocala pairs rolling green farmland with a revitalized downtown square full of independent restaurants, breweries, and galleries. The World Equestrian Center has added a whole new dimension to the dining and entertainment scene.
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A Novel Idea Bookstore
OcalaIndependent new and used bookstore with over 40,000 books in stock. A local treasure for book lovers in Ocala.
Agapanthus
OcalaUnique mix of gifts, home accents, fashion, jewelry, and accessories since 2007. A downtown Ocala shopping staple on the historic square.
Alexander Springs
OcalaA family-friendly spring in the Ocala National Forest with a large, gradually sloping pool of crystal-clear 72-degree turquoise water. Great for swimming and snorkeling.
Amrit Palace
OcalaThe best Indian food within 50 miles, and it's not close. The lunch buffet is a steal, the naan comes out of the tandoor perfectly blistered, and the menu is deep enough that regulars are still discovering new favorites after years of visits.
Appleton Museum of Art
OcalaStunning travertine marble museum housing over 24,000 works spanning European, American, Asian, and African art. The reflecting pool out front is as photogenic as the galleries inside. Affiliated with the College of Central Florida.
Bank Street
OcalaOutdoor seating, craft cocktails, and live music on select nights. One of downtown Ocala's best spots for a night out.
Baseline Bar & Billiards
OcalaNo-frills neighborhood bar with pool tables, cold beer, and a jukebox. The kind of dive bar where you can shoot pool in peace and nobody rushes you.
Baseline Road Trailhead
OcalaTrailhead providing access to the Santos mountain biking and hiking trail system. Parking, restrooms, and trail maps make this a convenient starting point for riders and hikers.
Baseline Trailhead Park
OcalaPark and trailhead along the Cross Florida Greenway with access to paved and unpaved trails for biking, hiking, and horseback riding. A gateway to some of Ocala's best outdoor recreation.
Bearded Browncoat Comics and Games
OcalaFamily-owned comics and games store in Ocala since 2014, offering comics, video games, board games, D&D, and Warhammer supplies. Features dedicated gaming areas and hosts regular Sunday events and tournaments.
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Belleview
Marion County
Belleview is a small town on the southern edge of the Ocala metro, sitting between the rolling horse country to the north and the lake-dotted landscape to the south.
Dunnellon
Marion County
Dunnellon is a nature lover's paradise where the Rainbow River meets the Withlacoochee.
Inverness
Citrus County
A quiet, walkable downtown on the Tsala Apopka Chain of Lakes, Inverness is the county seat of Citrus County and a gateway to some of Florida's best paddling and birding.
Williston
Levy County
A small agricultural town on the western edge of the coverage area, Williston is the gateway to some of Florida's most spectacular natural springs.