The name Agapanthus is a blueish purple flower originated in Africa and is a symbol of love…read more Definitely a hardcore tchotchke store with a variety of merchandise to browse. Surprisingly, there is a full service hair and nail salon situated inside through a side opening in the wall, almost as a "Speak Easy" - I took a quick peek. Most of the items in the store are dedicated to the female persuasion, so I guess a beauty salon was the right move. The employee was friendly and very attentive. The inventory was very nicely situated in sections including, Crislu jewelry, Volupsa candles, Longchamp purses, logo socks, decorative soaps, side table decor, lotions, perfumes and of course Christmas decor. Most of the items here would be the perfect gift for the White Elephant game at any family gathering.

So impressed by this store! Adorable house and bath stuff, cute jewelry, and so much more!…read moreDefinitely way better and bigger than its Gainesville counterpart!

I have visited the Saturday market about 5-10 times now. I have been here for other events as well…read more I cannot believe I have not reviewed the market yet. This is one of my favorite things to do in Ocala. The market is only open on Saturdays from 9am-2pm, rain or shine. Other events are held here all other dates and times. I cannot stand the heat so I appreciate that the market is under a covered pavilion. There are some vendors that set up outside the pavilion because there is not enough room. The parking is free as well, with plenty of options in the surrounding areas. You don't have to walk far either. The market is extensive enough that you could easily spend 2-3 hours there. There are several food trucks you can purchase food and drinks from. Sipping Grounds is my favorite! They offer snacks, as well as coffee drinks, beer, wine, and mimosas. There are a variety of vendors, with many being staples each time I have visited. I usually stop by and purchase from the same vendors. There are several vendors selling vegetables and fruits, a farmer who sells cheese he makes, a seafood vendor, a vendor who sells dips, spices, and seasonings, another vendor sells oils & vinegars, bakery items are sold by several vendors, and usually there are a couple of vendors specializing in doggie treats. You can also sample a lot of these items, which is awesome. Of course there are vendors who sell jewelry, artwork, decor, pottery, etc.

The Ocala Downtown Market puts the actual "farm" back in farmer's market…read more Unlike those pseudo farmers markets out in California where people discuss their heirloom tomatoes, this place is where folks casually mention their cattle count and debate chicken acquisitions like they're discussing the weather. But don't let the farm talk fool you. There's serious variety here: grass fed beef suppliers, fresh eggs, wellness drink makers pushing sea moss and charcoal, potters working live, pottery, kitchen gear, clothing, and trinkets galore. It's a whole ecosystem of real farm life. I felt like I'd stepped directly into that world without actually being at a farm, which was wonderful until I realized my outfit didn't get the memo in my very short mini dress. Cute as can be, but everyone else was in jeans and tees. I stuck out like a designer purse at a livestock auction. Next time I'm definitely dressing down to blend in. The market is bustling and packed with options. You can skip Publix entirely and do all your grocery shopping here, just cheaper. Everything's cheaper. This is legitimately as close to farm life as you can get without actually stepping in cow manure. ... trust me, one wrong step in a mini dress and you will be fishing a high heel out of a very fresh cow pie.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

New gifts, home decor, and women's clothing are the features in this boutique shop with a Christian…read morevibe.

We booked and fully paid for a Northern European cruise through Serendipity Boutique (with Martha)…read morein June 2023, for a trip departing July 11, 2025. The reservation included myself, my boyfriend, my brother's family, and his in-laws. Unfortunately, it turned into the most stressful vacation planning experience I've ever had. Over the 18 months leading up to the trip, we made numerous attempts--via email and phone--to get basic information: our cruise cabin assignments, pre-departure hotel, international flights, and transportation. Martha consistently dodged our questions, gave vague responses, and shifted blame to Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). We communicated early that we intended to upgrade our flights to business class. Despite this, no itineraries or confirmations were provided as prices steadily rose. With just two months to go, we still had no flight info, no hotel details, and no cruise cabin assignments. Martha's advice? Book our own flights and hope to be reimbursed--though she couldn't confirm how much. She later mentioned a $750 credit per passenger, reimbursed only after the cruise. By then, even economy flights had nearly doubled in price. She repeatedly changed her timeline for finalizing details: first 60 days out, then six weeks, then 30 days. When we checked in again at 30 days, she claimed NCL was "delaying confirmations" and that she had "pulled back" our flights to book them herself. On June 13, 2025, my brother's in-laws received their NCL balcony room confirmations. My brother and I still had nothing. At 21 days out, my brother contacted NCL directly. To our shock, NCL had no reservations for us at all. Worse, balcony cabins--the category we had paid for--were sold out. We made repeated attempts to reach Martha to salvage the trip, especially as one of our travelers--my brother's mother-in-law--was battling stage 4 lung cancer. This was her dream trip. Martha knew about her condition and her intent to upgrade flights. While she had a cruise room (still no flight), my brother and I had no booking. Out of options, my brother sent a formal demand letter via a process server on June 16, 2025, requesting receipts and proof of booking. Within hours of her signing for the letter, we received confirmation that our cruise had just been paid and booked--on June 16--less than a month before departure. The timestamp made it clear: she had not secured anything until that very moment, despite having our full payment since 2023. Only one of the three cabins was booked in the correct category. My cabin was eventually upgraded to balcony level before departure, but my brother's never was. Meanwhile, business class tickets had soared past $6,000--nearly double what they had cost just months prior. This entire experience turned what should have been a joyful, once-in-a-lifetime trip into a mess of stress, frustration, and last-minute panic. Instead of excitement, we were left scrambling and anxious in the final days before departure. Martha repeatedly misled us and refused to take responsibility, continuing to blame NCL for what was clearly her failure to secure our arrangements. We plan to file a formal complaint with the Florida Department of Agriculture (which regulates sellers of travel) and are still considering legal action due to the serious negligence involved. Though she later refunded my brother due to the cabin downgrade, the damage had been done. Bottom line: I'm still not sure how a boutique is selling travel, but I strongly caution anyone considering Serendipity Boutique.This was a clear case of mishandling and deception, despite having our full payment for more than two years. A trip we had looked forward to became a chaotic, last-minute scramble that took a major emotional toll on our entire group.

A very small gallery hosting local artists and special events. I found its adjacent, small…read morecourtyard a quiet retreat when a gate was open during an early morning walk. (NOTE: Courtyard typically available to gallery visitors only.) Closed Sundays and Mondays.

Looking for something to do in Ocala? Look for further than The Brick an ever changing gallery,…read moregift boutique and entertainment venue. Amazing art by local artists greet you and should you fall in love with something, it can be yours. This is a place to stop by often to delight the senses. Join the Marion County Cultural Alliance to be kept up to date on "happenings".

What a cute adorable store that stocks mostly down home southern hospitality items…read more There's a lot of wooden décor for your home that's you can mix and match. The platters are essential for serving your guests in the proper manner you know. Tee shirts and other clothing items lets people know that you're proud to be from the south and make for great gift items. I particularly like the FinchBerry soaps that not only come in a variety of scents but re also very decorative.

Mud Pie says it's a lifestyle brand for women, kids and home. This store carries the cutest stuff!…read moreYou can shop for holidays, birthdays, special gifts, home decor and yourself! The Southern brand of items are nice and who isn't proud to be a Southerner? My girls are in their late teens and early twenties and they love to shop for themselves and their besties. There are really cute things for your home as well. I always check here when looking for that special gift. I can never leave without buying something for someone and usually for myself as well. If you've never been here you've got to check it out. If not, you may be asked to turn in your Southern heritage membership card.

Pretty nice experience! It's an mall-style with a bunch of different booths (but only one set of…read morecashiers so theres not people staring you down as you shop) so there's a lot to see. Prices were pretty good tbh and it was fun to see everything. Honestly feel like some of this stuff should belong in a museum lol. Lots of vintage household goods, toys, trinkets. A little bit of something for everyone. The staff were super nice and chatty. I sometimes worry going into more rural areas because I look obviously gay but they were so sweet.

Nice little cubby holes of stuffs. I came across an item that interest me . I notice the original…read morestore sticker was still on it. Then on another sticker was the seller's price. More then seller price. I wanted to pay the original store price but was refused. Pay attention to what you are interested before buying.

Lots of curios like shark and alligator teeth on a bottle for sale. Alligator heads, back…read morescratchers made of alligator claws. Lots of items with names on them but not unusual names or spellings like the kiddies. When we pulled in I thought we were going to get some kind of Florida orange slushie or the fruit itself but we didn't. Lots of shells, Disney t shirts and shelves of items you'd probably buy for someone and it'll end up in some 2 nd hand shelf. I did buy a rubber chameleon for Bud to scare his mom, a small orange bouncy ball, violets candy, tin of mints that says alligator poop. Nice diversion to stretch your legs as you pass through Florida.

A true taste of Old Florida! This shop has all things…read moreFlorida -- from bags of fresh citrus (oranges, grapefruits, and tangerines) to classic Florida candies, jams, alligator heads, claws, and even coconut heads. It's the perfect roadside stop for fun, nostalgic souvenirs and local treats. We picked up a bag of oranges and were pleasantly surprised by how sweet and juicy they were! The lady at the register was so kind, helpful, and accommodating -- real Southern hospitality. The place has that "Old Florida" charm, full of nostalgia and memories of childhood road trips. Definitely a fun stop for all ages and a great spot to experience a bit of vintage Florida flavor.