There are many reasons to live in Central Florida, but Ocala is special. Our community is growing and offers a wide variety of activity. Ocala is known as “The Horse Capitol of the World,” however, it is much more! Whether you love everything equine, the Arts or anything outdoors, you can find it here in Ocala.
My hope is whether you love golf, shopping, the Arts or a good meal, you will find this list helpful.
Arts and Culture
MUSEUMS/GALLERIES
- Appleton Museum of Art – 352-291-4455
- Marion Cultural Alliance – 352-369-1500
- Discovery Science & Outdoor Center – 352-41-3900
- Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing – 877-271-3278
- Florida Thoroughbred Breeders & Owners Association Museum & Art Gallery – 352-629-2160
- NOMA Gallery – 352-657-1212
- Ocala Model Railroaders – 352-401-0747
- Silver River Museum – 352-236-5401
- Webber Center Gallery – 352-873-5809
MOVIE THEATRES
- Regal Hollywood 16 – 352-861-2699
- Epic Theatres – 352-441-3120
- Historic Marion Theatre– 352-629-6300
- The Ocala Drive-In – 352-629-1325
PERFORMING ARTS
- Circle Square Cultural Center – 352-854-3670
- College of Central Florida Arts and Culture – 352-873-5800
- Ocala Civic Theatre – 352-236-2274
- Reilly Arts Center – 352-351-1606
Beaches/Boating/Fishing
- Lake Weir
- Carney Island Recreation & Conservation Area
- Eureka East & West Boat Ramps
- Hampton Beach on Lake Weir
- Heagy-Burry Park Boat Ramp
- Hope Boat Ramp
- Horseshow Lake Cabin Retreat & Conference Center
- KP Hole Park Boat Ramp
- Lake Kerr
- Moorhead Park Boat Ramp
- Moss Bluff North & South Boat Ramp
- Nelson’s Fish Camp
- Orange Springs Boat Ramp
- Ray Wayside Park Boat Ramp
Churches
- Churches in Ocala – Follow link to find churches in Ocala, Florida
Electricity Providers
- SECO – 352-237-4107
- Clay Electric – 352-685-2111
- Ocala Electric Utility – 352-351-6666
- Duke Energy – 352-700-8744
Equestrian Events
- World Equestrian Center Ocala (WEC) – 352-414-7900
- Horse Shows in the Sun (HITS) – 345-248-8833
- Florida Horse Park – 352-307-6699
- Ocala Breeders Sale – 352-237-2154
- Sun Country Trail Blazers – 954-263-3964
- Florida Greenways & Trails – 850-245-2157
Golf Courses
Private
- Golden Ocala Golf and Equestrian Club – 352-351-9136
- Country Club of Ocala – 352-237-6644
- Juliette Falls Golf and Spa – 352-522-0309
- Ocala Palms Golf & Country Club – 352-732-5916
- On Top of The World – 352-854-8430
- Rainbow Springs Golf & Country Club – 352-489-4566
Public
- Baseline Golf Course – 352-245-4414
- Candler Hills Golf Course – 352-861-9712
- Citrus Springs Golf Course – 352-489-5045
- Country Club at Silver Springs Shores – 352-687-0720
- Ocala Golf Club – 352-401-6917
- Stone Creek Golf Course – 352-854-1272
- Summer Glen Golf Club – 352-307-1766
Semi-Private
- Del Webb Spruce Creek – 352-861-3131
- Eagle Ridge Golf Club – 352-307-1668
- Lake Diamond Golf & Country Club – 352-687-1000
- Royal Oak Golf Club – 352-861-1818
- Stonecrest Golf – 352-245-0565
- The Links of Spruce Creek South – 352-347-6172
Government Services
- City of Ocala – 352-629-2489
- Marion County Public Schools – 352-671-7700
- Chamber & Economic Partnership (CEP) – 352-629-8051
- Marion County Board of County Commissioners – 352-438-2300
- Marion County Property Appraiser – 352-368-8300
- Marion County Sheriffs Department – 352-732-8181
- Marion County Department of Health – 352-629-0137
- Florida Department of Motor Vehicles – 850-617-2000
- Florida State Parks – 850-245-2157
- Florida Sexual Offenders List – 888-357-7332
- The Better Business Bureau of Central Florida – 407-621-3300
Hospitals
- HCA Florida Healthcare – Ocala Hospital – 352-401-1000
- Advent Health Ocala – 352-351-7200
- HCA Florida West Marion Hospital – 352-291-3000
- Advent Health Timber Ridge – 352-351-7500
- The Vines Hospital – 352-671-3130
News & Information
- Ocala Magazine – 352-622-2995
- Ocala Style – 352-732-0073
- 352 Preview – 352-812-3672
- Sidelines – 828-575-3965
- Homes and Land – 352 -236-2787
- Elite Equestrian Magazine – 570-656-0729
- Ocala Star-Banner (Local Newspaper)
- Ocala Gazette – 352-732-0073
- WOGX – Fox51 – 407-741-5027
- WOCA – Ocala’s Talk News Radio – 352-732-8000
Parks
- Marion County Parks & Recreation – 352-671-8560
- City of Ocala Parks & Recreation – 352-789-1133
- Ocala Wetlands Recharge Park – 352-629-2489
- The Canyons Zip Line & Canopy Tours – 352-351-9477
- Sholom Park – 352-387-7404
- Silver Springs State Park – 352-261-5840
Joan’s Favorite Restaurants
Restaurants are opening all over our county, these are a few tried and true places that seldom disappoint!
- Bank Street – 352-877-8667
- Betty Cakes – 352-622-3727
- Braised Onion – 352-877-3493
- Blue Highway Pizzeria – 352-629-555
- Brick City Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar – 352-512-9458
- Crazy Cucumber – 352-390-6969
- Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers – 352-512-0577
- Grace Japanese Steak House – 352-368-6888
- Harry’s Seafood Bar and Grille – 352-840-0900
- Ivy House – 352-622-5550
- Kotobuki Japanese Steak House – 352-237-390
- La Cuisine – 352-433-2570
- Las Margaritas – 352-789-6880
- Latinos Y Mas – 352-622-4777
- Lorito’s Italian Kitchen – 352-629-1383
- Marks Prime Steakhouse and Seafood – 352-402-0097
- Mesa de Notte – 352-732-4737
- Mimi’s Café – 352-291-8668
- Mojo Grill – 352-369-6656
- Morevino – 352-304-5100
- Scrambles Café – 352-694-4405
- Sky Asian Fusion – 352-291-0000
- Sonny’s Bar-B-Q – 352-629-2663
- Wiseguys Pizzeria – 352-789-6569
Bakeries
- Betty Cakes – 352-622-3727
- Ocala Chocolate and Confections – 352-789-6882
- SaraFay’s Gluten Free Bakery – 352-895-4090
- Stella’s Modern Pantry – 352-622-3663
Schools
- Marion County Public Schools – 352-671-7700
- Private Schools in Marion County
- College of Central Florida – 352-873-5800
- Rasmussen College – 352-629-1941
- Webster University – 352-861-9880
