Marion County
Florida
Known worldwide as the Horse Capital of the World, Marion County pairs rolling green farmland with a revitalized Ocala downtown square, world-class mountain biking at Santos, and the natural beauty of Rainbow Springs and Silver Springs. The World Equestrian Center has added a whole new dimension to the dining and entertainment scene.
Communities in Marion County
Ocala
65,000+ residents
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.
143 placesBelleview
6,000+ residents
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
2,000+ residents
Dunnellon is a nature lover's paradise where the Rainbow River meets the Withlacoochee.
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2 Rivers Bar and Grill
DunnellonLocal bar and live music venue on the Withlacoochee and Rainbow rivers in Dunnellon, featuring a spacious outdoor patio, karaoke nights, pool, darts, and food from the attached RoughStock Grill.
8th Ave. Gallery
OcalaArt gallery in Ocala dedicated to curating abstract art in all its varied styles and forms, celebrating the bond between father and son artists with monthly Third Thursday events featuring art shows and studio visits.
A Novel Idea Bookstore
OcalaIndependent new and used bookstore with over 40,000 books in stock. A local treasure for book lovers in Ocala.
A Painters Palette LLC
OcalaArt teaching studio operated by professional instructor Nina Lovill with 35 years of experience, offering drawing and painting lessons in pastel, watercolor, acrylic, oil, and mixed media for ages 13 and up.
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.