Things to Do — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida

Adventures, attractions, and experiences across the region

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Cactus Jack's Trail Rides

Cactus Jack's Trail Rides

Attraction
Ocala

Experience guided horseback riding tours through Florida's scenic trails with well-trained horses suitable for all skill levels.

dog-friendlyfamily-friendly
Year-Round 1.5-2 hours Easy
Juniper Springs

Juniper Springs

Outdoor Rec
Ocala

A hidden gem inside Ocala National Forest, with a stone-lined swimming area fed by a 72-degree spring. The 7-mile Juniper Springs Run canoe trail winds through one of Florida's most scenic subtropical corridors.

Year-Round 3-5 hours Moderate
Silver Springs State Park

Silver Springs State Park

Park $
Ocala

Florida's original tourist attraction, featuring the world's largest artesian spring formation. Glass-bottom boat tours reveal an underwater world of fish, turtles, and ancient fossils in impossibly clear water.

outdoorfamily-friendly
Year-Round 3-5 hours Easy
World Equestrian Center

World Equestrian Center

activity
Ocala

The largest equestrian complex in the country, located in the Horse Capital of the World. Features world-class facilities, The Equestrian Hotel, dining, and year-round events open to the public.

Year-Round 2-4 hours Easy