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. Ocala deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
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
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.
How to Get to Ocala
Plane
Although Ocala doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Daytona Beach (DAB), which is located 105 km from Ocala. The shortest flight to Ocala from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 25h 20m.
Car
Another option to get to Ocala is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 103 km from Ocala. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.
Airlines serving Ocala
Where to stay in Ocala
Average rates range from around S$ 167 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 321 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 S$ 64 to S$ 392 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Ocala are about 97% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Ocala
Most booked hotels in Ocala
Hiring a car in Ocala
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 km from the city centre.
Expect to pay S$ 1.63 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 S$ 19.47 and S$ 25.96. Full-size (Chevrolet Impala or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ocala, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.