The Country Inns & Suites Ocala, Florida hotel is conveniently located just off I-75 at exit 350. Ocala abounds with natural beauty and the surroundings are dotted with crystal clear lakes and undulating green pastures. Ocala offers you a host of things to do. Choose between hiking, kayaking, and horse riding to name a few. If all that sounds a bit too physical for you, shop to your hearts content at world class malls or look for local souvenirs at one of the many quirky boutiques lining Ocalas historic downtown square. Our hotel is within easy reach of all the tourist highlights such as Silver Springs Park, the Ocala National Forest, and the Appleton Museum of Art among other attractions. In addition, our Ocala is also an ideal base for a family vacation to Orlando and Walt Disney World parks. Stay at the Country Inns & Suites and you will find yourself surrounded by the best that Ocala has to offer.
Nearby Attractions:
Appleton Museum of Art
This fine arts museum specializes in 19th century painting,
sculpture and decorative arts.
(352) 291-4455
4333 E Silver Springs Blvd
Ocala, FL 34470
8.6 miles from hotel
Austin Carriage Museum
For a fun day out, visit this museum, which is home to 160 of the finest horse-drawn carriages in the world.
(352) 750-5500
3000 Marion County Rd
Weirsdale, Florida 32195
30 miles from hotel
Discovery Science & Outdoor Center
This park and science center in downtown Ocala is an informative and interactive attraction geared toward children.
(352) 629-8358
1211 SE 22nd Rd
Ocala, FL 34471
5.4 miles from hotel
Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing
This museum in Ocala, especially interesting for drag racing buffs, explains the history of drag racing in the US.
(352) 245-8661
13700 SW 16th Ave
Ocala, FL 34473 9.8 miles from hotel
Ocala Carriage & Tours
What better way to see the "Horse Capital of the World" than by
taking a tour in a horse-drawn trolley or carriage? One hour tours
are offered through scenic horse farms in the Ocala area.
(352) 867-8717
Downtown Ocala Sq
Ocala, FL
12.1 miles from hotel
Ocala National Forest
This national forest is one of the most frequently visited thanks to
the great variety of activities available to visitors and the mild, accommodating climate of Ocala, FL. Guests can enjoy boating, swimming, fishing, biking, hiking and horseback riding.
(352) 236-0288
Marion County
Ocala, FL
20 miles from hotel
Oakbrook Labyrinth
Come find peace and serenity by walking the labyrinth at this
quiet enrichment center in downtown Ocala.
(352) 629-3897
Oakbrook Life Enrichment Center
1009 NE 28th Ave
Ocala, FL
7.5 miles from hotel
Silver Springs
Silver Springs is home to the largest artesian spring formation in the world. See fish, shellfish, turtles and alligators in their natural habitat through Silver Springs' famous glass bottom boats.
(352) 236-2121
5656 E Silver Springs Blvd
Silver Springs, FL 34488
10 miles from hotel
Wild Waters Waterpark
Located next to Silver Springs, this water park is a fun place
for the whole family to cool down on a hot day.
(352) 236-2121
5656 E Silver Springs Blvd
Silver Springs, FL 34488
10 miles from hotel
Easy Street Family Fun Center
For a great way to spend the day with the kids, head out to Ocalas family fun spot. The Easy Street Family Fun Center has an 18-hole miniature golf course, go-karts, an arcade, and a special Kids Zone. But what really gets the crowds is the award winning giant ice cream sundae available at its famous ice cream parlor.
(352)-861-9700
2727 SW 27th Avenue,
Ocala FL 34474
Ocala Civic Theater
For a live theater experience at an affordable price, make your way to the Ocala Civic Theater located within the Appleton Museum Cultural Center. It produces 12 performances a year and also has a youth program for students interested in the performing arts.
(352) 236-2274
4337 E Silver Springs Boulevard,
Ocala, FL 34470
Paddock Mall Shopping
Paddock Mall is a light-filled, airy complex and Ocala's primary shopping destination.
You can find big retailers such as Sears, Belk, Macy's and J.C. Penney here. Accessories, jewelry and sporting goods are available as well along with a food court. Mon-Sat 10am-9pm; Sun noon-5:30pm
(352)-237-1221
3100 College Rd,
Ocala, FL 34474
Florida Horse Park / Horse Riding
Spread over more 70,000 acres, you can find virtually every breed of horse in Ocala /Marion County. If you love horses, there is no limit to the equine activities to choose from. You can opt for recreational rides on the trails in the Ocala National Forest or scenic horse drawn country carriage rides through some of Ocalas most beautiful horse farms.
At the Florida Horse Park, you can enjoy Olympic-level equestrian sports, international competitions, and show jumping, polo and special events. The Horse Shows in the Sun (HITS) Ocala Winter Circuit is also a highly respected series of horse-jumping competitions held over a seven-week period at HITS Post Time Farm on U.S. Highway 27.
Attractions within a 100 Miles plus Radius from Ocala

- Disney World
- Disney Epcot Center
- Universal Studios
- SeaWorld
- The newest theme park Aquatica (SeaWorld Waterpark)
- Daytona Beach and the Daytona International Speedway
- Busch Gardens
- Cypress Gardens
- St. Augustine - the oldest city in America (82 miles)
- Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art
- Dali Museum
- Florida International Museum
- Florida Holocaust Museum
- Go Fishing with Slickcharters