Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Sydonie Mansion
Mount DoraHistoric 1883 mansion on Lake Dora designed in Mediterranean Revival style after Spain's Alhambra Castle, now a premier wedding and event venue with wrap-around porches and live oak gardens.
Tavares History Museum
TavaresSmall history museum inside a replica of Tavares' original 1800s train station, featuring railroad artifacts, local memorabilia, and displays honoring Tavares High School and historic homes.
The Black Sheep on Broadway
OcalaLocally owned, woman-led restaurant and bar in downtown Ocala, open since 2019. Features live music on weekends, weekday happy hours, and a full menu of American pub fare in the heart of the historic district.
The Marion Theatre
OcalaA cultural icon in downtown Ocala for over 70 years. Historic theater hosting films, performances, and community events.
The Train Station
InvernessFamily-friendly game room, bar, and cafe in a restored historic Atlantic Coast Line train depot in downtown Inverness, featuring duckpin bowling, shuffleboard, craft beer, and soft serve.
Vintage on 5th
Crystal RiverUpscale dining in a historic Crystal River building. Refined atmosphere and a menu that rewards a leisurely evening.
Wallace Brooks Park
InvernessHistoric waterfront park on Lake Henderson in Inverness with shuffleboard, walking paths, a scenic dock, and a boardwalk connecting to Liberty Park along the Withlacoochee Trail.
Withlacoochee State Trail - Inverness Trailhead
InvernessTrailhead for the 46-mile paved Withlacoochee State Trail, a converted rail line with no steep hills, featuring a historic 1925 wooden caboose and easy access to downtown Inverness.
Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park
homosassaRoadside park with the remains of a 19th-century, steam-powered sugar mill, plus a pavilion & BBQs.