Places & things to do.

Ocala Wetland Recharge Park

200-acre wetland park with walking trails, boardwalks, and observation decks over restored wetlands. A surprisingly scenic spot for birding and nature walks right in Ocala.

Ocala-Marion County Veterans Memorial Park

Veteran's & war memorial park with over 5,000 commemorative bricks & plaques charting war history.

Ocala's Chocolates & Confections

Ocean Buffet

Asian buffet restaurant in Ocala with a wide spread of Chinese, Japanese, and seafood options including sushi, crab legs, and hibachi. All-you-can-eat at a fair price.

Odd Cuples Cafe

A Bushnell hidden gem that feels like eating at a friend's house -- board games available, small-town warmth, and the kind of scratch-made food that chains will never replicate. Support this small business while you still can.

Old Courthouse Heritage Museum

Built in 1912, this courthouse where Elvis once filmed a movie now houses a local-history museum.

Old Homosassa Heritage Park and Working Waterfront

Community waterfront park on the Homosassa River featuring picnic areas, a shrimp boat playground for kids, and commercial waterfront operations, with plans for walking trails and a history museum.

Old Mill Playhouse

Epic Theatres' Old Mill Playhouse is the curated movie option in The Villages — programming mix runs broader than the typical chain, with new-release foreign and indie films, smaller-run titles, and a few blockbusters when they fit. Worth knowing about if you've been hunting for something more interesting than the latest superhero release. Showtimes update weekly at thevillages.com/entertainment/movies/.

Old Mill Tavern

Rustic, lodge-style place with string lights & sports decor, offering beer, American grub & karaoke.

Old Time Diner

1950s-themed diner in Leesburg serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with live entertainment featuring the village cowboy on Tuesday evenings.

Oliver´s Crepes

On the Green Cafe

One Thirteen Coffeehouse

Locally owned coffeehouse in downtown Eustis serving handcrafted coffee drinks alongside homemade pastries, sandwiches, and desserts in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

One Utopia - Coffee Shop

Orange Blossom Hills Golf & Country Club

18-hole public golf course surrounded by rolling terrain and mature oaks. Affordable green fees and a friendly clubhouse.

Orange Blossom Opry

Marion County's premiere country music venue offering a variety of musical acts including country, oldies, and tribute performers.

Orochi Ramen

Authentic Japanese ramen restaurant

Oxford Downs

Entertainment complex near The Villages featuring a poker room, off-track betting, and Central Florida's largest tiki bar with live music Friday-Sunday, karaoke, and a full American food menu.

Oxford Park

Community park in Oxford with open space, a playground, and picnic areas. A family-friendly spot for outdoor recreation near The Villages.

Paddletail Waterfront Adventures: Swimming with the Manatees

Crystal River outfitter offering guided swim-with-manatees tours, kayak rentals, and eco-adventures, with expert guides and all gear included for 3-hour manatee encounters.

PADL

Paddleboard rental and water sports outfitter on the Clermont waterfront offering SUP rentals and guided lake experiences.

Paige's Root Beer

Nostalgic diner on Pennsylvania Avenue known for award-winning burgers, homemade root beer floats, and classic American comfort food, recognized as Best Burger in the County.

Palatlakaha Recreation Park

City of Clermont recreation park offering ball fields, playgrounds, and community gathering spaces near the Palatlakaha River corridor.

Palatlakaha River Park & Boat Ramp

23-acre park on the Palatlakaha River in Clermont with boat ramps to the Clermont Chain of Lakes, two fishing piers, a playground, and a mile-long nature trail through wetland and scrub habitat.

Palm Island Boardwalk

Free 8-acre nature preserve on Lake Dora with a 1/3-mile boardwalk winding through old-growth live oaks and ancient cypress, offering frequent sightings of alligators, turtles, and wading birds.

Palm Island Park

Eight-acre nature preserve on Lake Dora with a winding boardwalk through old-growth oaks, cabbage palms, and cypress. Watch for wading birds, turtles, and gators along the water's edge. Free, open sunrise to sunset.

Palmer Legends Country Club

Arnold Palmer-designed championship course and one of the premier 18-hole layouts in The Villages. Features a full-service restaurant and pro shop.

Panadería La Joya

Papa J's Diner

One of the longest-running breakfast and lunch diners in Inverness since 1986, serving all-day breakfast with Southern-style cooking, generous portions, and competitive prices.

Papa Joe's Italian Restaurant

Unpretentious, group-friendly destination for classic Italian fare, like pasta, pizza & subs.

Paperfish Gallery & Studio

Paradise Dog Park

Dog park in Lady Lake with fenced areas for off-leash play. A convenient spot for Villages residents to let their dogs run and socialize.

Pardon My Cheesesteak

park and fountain welcome park

Welcome park and fountain area in Citrus Springs near Dunnellon, featuring a decorative fountain and landscaped green space.

Peach Valley Café

Breakfast and brunch spot on US-441 serving homemade eats with fresh ingredients — from classic eggs and pancakes to sandwiches and soups. Pet-friendly patio and open until 2:30pm daily.

Peachwave

Self-serve chain offering an array of frozen yogurt & gelato flavors & toppings.

Peck's Old Port Cove

Old Florida at its finest — waterfront deck, outdoor bar, and a menu loaded with fresh local seafood. The crab cakes are outstanding and the setting feels like a place that time forgot.

Penny's Collaboration Art Gallery

Collaborative art gallery in downtown Leesburg showcasing works from local artists.

Pepe's Cantina Clermont

Pico Bistro

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - Clermont

Local Italian chain serving stone-fired pizzas, plus pasta, entrees & subs, in a relaxed atmosphere.

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - Southern Trace

Local Italian chain serving stone-fired pizzas, plus pasta, entrees & subs, in a relaxed atmosphere.

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - Trinity

Local Italian chain serving stone-fired pizzas, plus pasta, entrees & subs, in a relaxed atmosphere.

Pine Street Pub

Downtown Inverness Irish-style pub established in 2013 with 21 craft beers on tap including Guinness, daily specials like shepherd's pie, and live music on the outdoor deck most Fridays.

Pinesmoke Bee Co.

Pink and Sweet Bakery and Restaurant

Pinsa Fire

Pirate’s Revenge

Family water park attraction in Spring Hill featuring water slides including a 400-foot enclosed tube ride with 360-degree loops and back-to-back turns.