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.
201 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.
1 placesDunnellon
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.
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.