- TripBuzz found 37 things to do with kids in or near Ocala, Florida, including 9 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like The Villages and Inverness.
- From Cactus Jack's Trail Rides to Petting Zoo Ocala, the Ocala area offers 52 different types of family activities, including: Golf, Movie Theaters, Theaters and Hot Springs & Geysers.
- The city of Ocala is settled in Marion County, Florida and is home to just under 60,000 residents. The 45th most populous city in Florida, Ocala spans an area of almost 40 square miles and continues to grow and prosper with one of the nations largest growth rates. As this city builds, it maintains a strong community culture and beautiful scenery.
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1502 S.E. Kings Bay Dr., Crystal River, FL 34429
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Established in 1983, the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, was created to protect the endangered West Indian Manatee. In addition to snorkeling with the Manatees, the refuge is home to many other species of wildlife for viewing.
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502 NW 6th Street, Cracker's Waterfront Restaurant Dock, Crystal River, FL 34429
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Along with 3 to 4 hour trips designed around seeing and swimming with manatees, Majestic Manatee Tours - Day Tours also provides sunset cruises and scalloping trips. They offer kayak and canoe rentals as well.
34.6 Miles
80%
544 votes
9301 West Fort Island Trail, Crystal River, FL 34429
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Crystal River's Plantation Inn & Golf Resort is a huge resort complex featuring a championship golf course, sumptuous guest rooms, an inviting lodge and beautiful scenery. The resort also organizes manatee-watching excursions.
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92 votes
3266 N. Sailboat Avenue, Crystal River, FL 34428
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The Crystal River Preserve State Park encompasses over 27,000 acres of pine woodland, hardwood forests, salt marshes, and mangrove islands. Visitors to the park can go hiking, go fishing, or go kayaking or canoeing on the Crystal River.
34.9 Miles
Alpaca Magic USA is a combination petting zoo and store. The facility features live alpaca, and welcomes visitors to interact with them and pet them, and also offers a wide variety of alpaca related products for sale.
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Located on a 14-acre site with six ceremonial mounds, Crystal River State Archaeological Site is a premier destination for Native American history and archaeology. The site features a walking trail and also a visitors center which has many artifacts on display.
35.2 Miles
The remnants of a 5,100-acre sugar plantation are waiting to be explored when you visit, Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins. The remains of a steam-driven mill include a 40-foot limestone chimney, iron gears, and a cane press.
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3702 W University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32607
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Showing the latest cinema releases, Royal Park Stadium 16 Theatre offers large screens for their customers. In addition to showing movies, the theater can be rented out for corporate meetings and other events.
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12073 W. Fort Island Trail, Crystal River, FL 34429
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Featuring a fishing pier, Fort Island Trail Park offers visitors outdoor activities like boating, hiking, picnics, and more. Visitors can spot a variety of animals from the riverfront, from manatees to dolphins.
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Gainesville’s Alfred A. Ring Park offers visitors more than a mile of winding trails that stretch through scenic woodlands. The park also features a playground and a covered picnic pavilion.