The Silver Springs State Park in Ocala, Florida offers dozens of springs and miles of trails including horse trails and has more than 15 distinct natural communities complete with covered viewing deck on the Spring side. Visitors can walk along the river on paved trails or enjoy a glass bottom boat ride, and there's a restaurant, as well as canoe and kayak launch, as well as boat launch. The Silver Springs State Park has campground facilities with luxury cabins available and there's the Silver River Museum and Environmental Education Center to visit as well. Come enjoy incredible wildlife viewing, canoeing and kayaking, cycling, picnics, the interpretive exhibit and so much more, it's all here.READ MORE

The Petting Zoo Ocala has a variety of farm animals for petting, feeding and viewing, and these include alpacas, llamas, goats, pigs, horses, sheep, ducks, donkeys, emus, peacocks and more, come for a magical walk through the barn and meet them. There's also a picnic area, and pony rides are available, as well as camel rides on the weekend, plus they have a bounce house play area, it's the perfect kid friendly setting. The Petting Zoo Ocala is ideal for groups, school field trips and birthday parties with decorated tables including pony rides and feed for the animals, come for a unique and memorable birthday and visit.READ MORE

The Chelsea Coffee Company in Ocala, Florida offers organic and fair trade certified roasted coffee and tea with breakfast and lunch sandwiches, soups and pastries to be enjoyed indoors or at the outside seating area, they are great for groups and also offer catering and take out. The Chelsea Coffee Company also offers smoothies, and excellent delights out of their pastry case including strawberry cream cheese and oatmeal bars, raspberry white chocolate scones, cinnamon muffins, blackberry white chocolate muffins, strawberry sour cream bread and caramel nutty brownie cups, it's all here for a wonderful coffee and tea experience with mouthwatering meals.READ MORE

Cuvee Wine and Bistro in Ocala, Florida, offers an elegant and refined fine dining experience with seasonal dishes created from the freshest ingredients enjoyed with a vast wine selection and impeccable service. With multiple private dining rooms available catering to banquets and business meetings, celebrations, wedding receptions, group events and parties, Cuvee Wine and Bistro even have a Chef's table complete with personal white glove service and sommelier. All of-site catering needs are offered including food, beverage and service, and they can assist with co-ordinating equipment and setup, and you can choose your own menu.READ MORE

Feta Mediterranean Cuisine in Ocala, Florida serves an excellent menu of large and small plates, salads, pizza and classic Italian favorites as well as authentic foods from the Greek Isles. Open for lunch and dinner, they also offer take out and delivery, have great wines, desserts and so much more, come for a fabulous dining experience. Feta Mediterranean Cuisine welcomes you to the real feel of the Mediterranean with original dishes inspired by that region, and from the moment you enter, are transported effortlessly to that wondrous place, come enjoy a taste of something different without having to pack your bags.READ MORE

First Watch The Daytime Cafe in Ocala, Florida and other areas know that fresh is best and they make and serve their breakfast, brunch and lunch delights using only the finest ingredients around. Here you are welcomed with a pot of Sunrise Select premium blend coffee, along with complimentary newspapers and WIFI internet, it's the perfect way to start the day. First Watch The Daytime Cafe is the ideal destination for fresh starts with fresh fruit and vegetables, baked muffins and everything made from scratch and cooked to order, here they don't use heat lamps or deep fryers. You can also share the love by purchasing a gift card, and they have their great coffee for sale too.READ MORE

The Country Club at Silver Springs Shores in Ocala, Florida offers an excellent golf course with severe greens and water hazards on many holes, challenging and fun for every level of golfer, and has played host to many prestigious events. The wildlife here is also truly amazing with deer, wild turkey, alligators and bald eagles frequenting the course. The Lounge here offers an excellent menu and is a great place to relax and unwind with a drink and good meal in the clubhouse. The Country Club at Silver Springs Shores is also the perfect venue for weddings and banquets in a beautiful setting with excellent catering options and menus. There's a pro shop with men's and women's golf apparel, golf equipment and accessories, and the golf lessons are available by professional staff, come for a wonderful game.READ MORE

The Braised Onion Restaurant in Ocala, Florida brings you comfort food with attitude for an exceptional dining experience of New and Traditional American cuisine in a lovely casual setting. They offer catering, take out and have a waiter service and it's great for groups and kids. The menu at Braised Onion Restaurant has something for everyone including delicious daily specials served with your choice of two sides. Everything here from the grits to the seafood, to the exceptional mac and cheese receives rave reviews, so come for a fabulous dining experience you'll come back for time and again.READ MORE

The Country Club of Ocala offers first class golf, tennis, fitness and dining in a welcoming environment, and is the ideal location for special events and meetings from weddings to business to birthdays and more, and with flexible event space, world class service and cuisine, and dedicated staff, a memorable occasion is ensured. The 18-hole Championship golf course has hosted some of the most prestigious amateur events, has five sets of tees, a golf shop, driving range, putting greens and short game practice area. The tennis and fitness center features 5 clay hydro courts and 2 hard courts, a junior olympic size pool, kid's pool, cardio vascular machines, free weights, strength equipment, personal trainers and so much more. The Country Club of Ocala also offers exquisite dining overlooking the waterfall and stream, come enjoy a wonderful visit, game or event, it's all here.READ MORE

The Ocala Wine Experience is a fine wine shop, wine bar and bistro in Ocala, Florida with imported beers, great food and excellent wines from around the world, they also offer live entertainment Friday and Saturday nights. The Ocala Wine Experience also offers wine tasting and there's a Mediterranean courtyard for enjoying hand rolled cigars in a unique environment with a port of exotic wine. The Ocala Wine Experience is a premier wine and gourmet retail store with great menu of gourmet foods including gourmet pizzas, coffees, chocolates, mouthwatering desserts, hand dipped gourmet ice cream and more, come for an unforgettable experience. READ MORE