Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Ocala travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ocala

With a population of 56,315, Ocala is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ocala to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Ocala

If you’re looking for affordable options, Market Kitchen & Bar (3600 SW 36th Ave) and Stirrups at World Equestrian Center (8510 NW 17th Lane) are great picks.

When to visit Ocala

Ocala in June
Estimated hotel price
₹ 9886
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ocala in June
Estimated hotel price
₹ 9886
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ocala in July, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 8 °C, with an average temperature of 14 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 210 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Ocala, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.

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How to Get to Ocala

Plane

Although Ocala doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Daytona Beach (DAB), which is located 65 miles from Ocala. The shortest flight to Ocala from India departs from Bengaluru and takes around 26h 28m.

Car

Another option to get to Ocala is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 64 miles from Ocala. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Sonic Car Rental, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

Although Ocala doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Daytona Beach (DAB), which is located 65 miles from Ocala. The shortest flight to Ocala from India departs from Bengaluru and takes around 26h 28m.

Car

Another option to get to Ocala is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 64 miles from Ocala. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Sonic Car Rental, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Ocala

Airlines serving Ocala

Lufthansa
Good (8,279 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,266 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,108 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,456 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,680 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,388 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,547 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,381 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,784 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,522 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ocala

Average rates range from around ₹ 12,915 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 25,337 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Ocala I-75 By IHG and Budget Inn Ocala. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Ocala, with prices from ₹ 4,650 to ₹ 29,133 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Ocala are about 90% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ocala

Most booked hotels in Ocala

Hilton Ocala
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,008+
Super 8 by Wyndham Ocala I-75
2 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
₹ 4,650+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ocala
3 stars
Good (6.6, Good reviews)
₹ 5,409+
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocala FL I-75
3 stars
Good (6.4, Good reviews)
₹ 5,314+

Hiring a car in Ocala

Hiring a car in Ocala costs ₹ 5,838 per day, on average. Hertz, Budget and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Ocala is the Budget branch at 1506 South Pine Avenue, which is 1 mile from the city centre.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 74% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay ₹ 117 per litre in Ocala (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,401 and ₹ 1,868. The most frequently booked car type in Ocala is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Juke or similar) is, on average, 15% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Ocala costs ₹ 5,838 per day, on average. Hertz, Budget and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Ocala is the Budget branch at 1506 South Pine Avenue, which is 1 mile from the city centre.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 74% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay ₹ 117 per litre in Ocala (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,401 and ₹ 1,868. The most frequently booked car type in Ocala is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Juke or similar) is, on average, 15% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.