Area Attractions

Ocala, known as the “Horse Capital of the World” TM is a testament to the area’s unique involvement in all things equestrian. According to the Ocala Chamber of Commerce, Ocala has a record of producing some of the finest champions in the sport. With a beautiful, mild climate all year long and soil rich with limestone calcium for strong bones, Ocala/Marion County is home to more horses than anywhere else in the country.

If you are a horse lover and/or equestrian pleasures are your joy, you will be pleased to know that more than 900 horse farms (ranging from quaint family farms like Tudor Farm to thoroughbred training centers) dot the Ocala landscape. Ocala is one of only four major thoroughbred centers in the world. Local farms have produced 45 national champions, 7 Kentucky Derby winners, 20 Breeders’ Cup Champions, and 6 Horses of the Year Designations.

World Equestrian Center (3.8 mi)

Nestled in the Horse Capital of the World and now open is the Ocala, Florida location. This world-class facility is the largest equestrian complex in the United States situated on nearly 378 acres of state-of-the-art arenas and luxury accommodations with an additional 300 acres set aside for future expansion.

Parelli Horsemanship Center (8.5 mi)

Parelli is a horse training program based on the study of horse behavior and four areas of development on the ground & under saddle called the Four Savvys by Pat Parelli. Parelli is the #1 Horsemanship Program in the World!

H.I.T.S. Winter Circuit (9.8 mi)

H.I.T.S. or “Horses In The Sun” is an International Dressage/Jumper event lasting Dec-March that showcases over 100 breeds of horses