Ocala Information

Ocala is a home to more than 400 horse farms and is the Horse capital of the world. Ocala is green with rolling pasture lands on one side and golf courses on the other. Horses are big businesses in Ocala Marion County. Approximately 50 different breeds are represented in the area. Near about 29,000 residents are employed in the county's thoroughbred industry alone. The exciting horse sales at the Ocala Breeder's Sales Complex runs into millions.

Located amidst this, Holiday Inn & Suites Conference Center Hotel offers great accommodation for business guests and tourist alike. The hotel’s ideal location next to I-75 provides easy access to Ocala’s prime destinations. The staff at the front desk will answer all questions regarding the attractions in Ocala. Come and stay in large sized rooms with cozy settings and pamper yourself. Enjoy the nature and a worry free stay. We have listed some of our favorite attractions and places of interest. We have also provided links to key centers for you to get additional information.

Nearby Attractions

• Paddock Mall 
• Silver Springs, Nature’s Theme Park 
• Wild Waters Waterpark  
• Rainbow Springs State Park
• Silver River Museum 
• Santos Trail 
• Appleton Museum of Art   
• Don Garlits Drag Race Museum 
• Florida Horse Park 
• Horse Farm Tours 
• Winery & Vineyards
• Go Fishing with Slickcharters

Nearby Golf Courses

• Visit our Golf page for more information on the many area golf courses. 

Nearby Towns & Cities

• Belleview (13 miles)
• Brooksville (58 miles)
• Cedar Key (71 miles)
• Daytona Beach (81 miles)
• Dunnellon (20 miles)
• Gainesville (40 miles)
• Lake Panasoffkee (30 miles)
• Micanopy (28 miles)
• Orlando (75 miles)
• Silver Springs (10 miles)
• Wildwood (26 miles)

Nearby Colleges and Universities

• Central Florida Community College
• Florida Southern College
• St. Leo University
• Rasmussen College

Local Visitor Information Sites

• Ocala Visitors & Convention Bureau  
• Visit Florida
• Ocala, Marion County Chamber of Commerce 
• OCALA AREA GUIDES