Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Ocala February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Ocala Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Ocala.dx6190293)[Hotels in Ocala](https://expedia.ca/Ocala-Hotels.d6190293.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Ocala](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Ocala.d6190293.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Ocala Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Ocala.d6190293.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ocala Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Ocala.d6190293.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Ocala, FL ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Ocala Types of activities Where to stay [Ocala travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Ocala.dx6190293) ![Ocala](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190293/930ce9ea-1d5b-41e1-8a9a-4bfe4a052f1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ocala](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190293/930ce9ea-1d5b-41e1-8a9a-4bfe4a052f1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190293/dd2e61fe-190d-4391-87e7-0216bebced05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Ocala, Florida with historic building storefronts.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190293/349b7df8-6021-4b2d-922f-88022ed637c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful spring in Ocala, crystal clear water and beautiful landscapes.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190293/3cdfee06-63bc-4d70-9489-5c226073045f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Ocala Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Ocala has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Ocala is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Ocala to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Ocala Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Ocala. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Ocala attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Ocala | Number of things to do | 26 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Gypsy Gold Horse Farm Walking Tour](/things-to-do/gypsy-gold-horse-farm-walking-tour.a45919905.activity-details): CA $41 | | Top 5 things to do | [Silver Springs Clear Kayak Manatee & Monkey Adventures](/things-to-do/silver-springs-clear-kayaking-tour-with-professional-guide.a46228588.activity-details)[Silver Springs Jungle Kayaking and Paddleboarding](/things-to-do/silver-springs-jungle-kayaking-and-paddleboarding.a50281458.activity-details)[Sassy’s Silver Springs Kayak and Paddleboard Tours](/things-to-do/sassys-silver-springs-kayak-and-paddleboard-tours.a49510717.activity-details)[Rainbow Springs: Clear Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour](/things-to-do/2-hour-kayak-tour-in-rainbow-springs.a46215982.activity-details)[Silver Springs Manatee Kayak Tour](/things-to-do/silver-springs-and-wildlife-small-group-guided-tour.a45002723.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Silver Springs Clear Kayak Manatee & Monkey Adventures](/things-to-do/silver-springs-clear-kayaking-tour-with-professional-guide.a46228588.activity-details)[Silver Springs Jungle Kayaking and Paddleboarding](/things-to-do/silver-springs-jungle-kayaking-and-paddleboarding.a50281458.activity-details)[Sassy’s Silver Springs Kayak and Paddleboard Tours](/things-to-do/sassys-silver-springs-kayak-and-paddleboard-tours.a49510717.activity-details)[Rainbow Springs: Clear Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour](/things-to-do/2-hour-kayak-tour-in-rainbow-springs.a46215982.activity-details)[Silver Springs Manatee Kayak Tour](/things-to-do/silver-springs-and-wildlife-small-group-guided-tour.a45002723.activity-details) | | With kids | [Silver Springs Jungle Kayaking and Paddleboarding](/things-to-do/silver-springs-jungle-kayaking-and-paddleboarding.a50281458.activity-details)[Sassy’s Silver Springs Kayak and Paddleboard Tours](/things-to-do/sassys-silver-springs-kayak-and-paddleboard-tours.a49510717.activity-details)[Rainbow Springs: Clear Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour](/things-to-do/2-hour-kayak-tour-in-rainbow-springs.a46215982.activity-details)[Glass Bottom Kayak Eco Tour through Rainbow Springs](/things-to-do/2-hour-glass-bottom-guided-kayak-eco-tour-in-rainbow-springs-small-group.a2110016.activity-details)[Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour](/things-to-do/clear-kayaking-wildlife-tour-at-silver-springs.a49215752.activity-details) | ## What to do in Ocala --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Ocala ![Wild Horse Foal Playing Running Paynes Prairie Micanopy FL](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128384/5e3c0cdd-2c2d-4d3e-9319-031313c6187e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 horseback riding. [](https://expedia.ca/Florida-Horse-Park-Ocala.d6128384.Vacation-Attraction) #### World Equestrian Center – Ocala Learn about the events happening at World Equestrian Center – Ocala during your trip to Ocala. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/World-Equestrian-Center-Ocala-Ocala.d717838737274777600.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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.ca/Ocala-Downtown-Square-Historic-Downtown.d553248635934867857.Vacation-Attraction) #### Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training Enjoy an outing to Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training during your stay in Ocala. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Florida-Aquatics-Swimming-And-Training-Ocala.d761685570476695552.Vacation-Attraction) #### I-75 Super Flea Market You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at I-75 Super Flea Market during your stay in Ocala. Discover the area's live music, or seek out its horseback riding. [](https://expedia.ca/I-75-Super-Flea-Market-Ocala.d6139931.Vacation-Attraction) #### Paddock Mall You can search for that perfect souvenir at Paddock Mall during your visit to Ocala. Experience the area's entertainment venues and museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Paddock-Mall-Ocala.d6127887.Vacation-Attraction) #### Golden Ocala Golf Course Enjoy a round of golf in Ocala at Golden Ocala Golf Course. Discover the area's live music, or seek out its horseback riding. [](https://expedia.ca/Golden-Ocala-Golf-Course-Ocala.d553248621532654024.Vacation-Attraction) #### HCA Florida Ocala Hospital Though HCA Florida Ocala Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Ocala while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/Ocala-Regional-Medical-Center-Ocala.d6128705.Vacation-Attraction) #### Don Garlits Museum of Racing You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Don Garlits Museum of Racing during your travels in Marion Oaks. Check out the charming coffeehouses or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Don-Garlits-Museum-Of-Racing-Ocala.d6127490.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Ocala ![Ocala, FL](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976659158/2d0249ed-18e3-4820-9e94-7584c69b1480.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Downtown While there might not be top attractions in Historic Downtown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Reilly Arts Center and Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP. [](https://expedia.ca/Ocala-Historic-Downtown.dx553248635976659158) ![Downtown Square Pano](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976476623/9c3f14bc-3b02-4f78-9a94-326546521d20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic District If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Reilly Arts Center and Paddock Mall. [](https://expedia.ca/Ocala-Historic-District.dx553248635976476623) ![Fort King Historic Landmark - Ocala, Florida, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976474799/e3847b69-bfe6-4505-9d70-c007a53d35b2.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. [](https://expedia.ca/Ocala-Fort-King-District.dx553248635976474799) ![Boardwalk Trail at Silver Springs State Park, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/901372307638153216/31ff3e79-f995-47be-85d4-7832f55eaf85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Ocala If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Ocala and surrounding area, you can visit Reilly Arts Center and Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP. [](https://expedia.ca/Ocala-West-Ocala.dx901372307638153216) ![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) ### North Magnolia Business District While North Magnolia Business District might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Reilly Arts Center. [](https://expedia.ca/Ocala-North-Magnolia-Business-District.dx901372703716769792) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Ocala ![Kayakers on the Silver River at Silver Springs State Park, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10102/347b833a-6580-4b08-8731-6b7f0e360bdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Silver Springs ![Aerial image luxury Florida real estate homes on Belleview](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160691/a5e026c6-b065-477a-8567-7ef1e7646807.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Belleview ![Panoramic photo of a misty river in the south with lots of cypress knees on the shore in the early morning](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6187428/905d8d9c-a5fc-452a-bcb6-e1e9d6198f96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Summerfield ![Tranquil scene of Panasoffkee Lake, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000431194/7e80e748-e429-48e5-b032-ddaca5e76f23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lake Panasoffkee ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ocala worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Ocala? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Ocala? ### Is three days enough to stay in Ocala? ### Is Ocala a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Ocala with kids? > - [Silver Springs Jungle Kayaking and Paddleboarding](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/silver-springs-jungle-kayaking-and-paddleboarding.a50281458.activity-details) > - [Sassy’s Silver Springs Kayak and Paddleboard Tours](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sassys-silver-springs-kayak-and-paddleboard-tours.a49510717.activity-details) > - [Rainbow Springs: Clear Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-hour-kayak-tour-in-rainbow-springs.a46215982.activity-details) > - [Glass Bottom Kayak Eco Tour through Rainbow Springs](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-hour-glass-bottom-guided-kayak-eco-tour-in-rainbow-springs-small-group.a2110016.activity-details) > - [Silver Springs: Clear Kayaking Wildlife Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/clear-kayaking-wildlife-tour-at-silver-springs.a49215752.activity-details) ### What to do in Ocala for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Ocala? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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