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Ocala - Silver Springs

Silver Springs, a 450-acre nature-themed park, claims to contain the largest artesian spring in the world. The park incorporates about 150 different springs which collectively, produce around 5,000 gallons of water per second. Together, the springs and outlets make up the crystal-clear Silver River.

There are number of activities available here:

Narrated Glass Bottom Boat Cruises let visitors see various underwater creatures and caves.

Must-see attractions nearby:
Silver Springs
The Jungle Cruise features 22 species of animals from six continents. There are giraffes, emus, aoudads, gazelles and sable antelope.

The Jeep Safari takes passengers on a trip through a 35-acre forest. The zebra-striped jeeps cross a pond containing live alligators.

Other attractions at Silver Springs include animal demonstrations, a Florida panther habitat, botanical gardens, a petting zoo, and more wildlife in natural habitats. There are also concerts and other special events.
Things to See

Silver Springs Wild Waters

Wild Waters Water Park offers six-acres with a 45,000 gallon wave pool, three and six story flume rides, steep waterslides, a kid's water-play area, volleyball and mini-golf, raft rides, several restaurants and a picnic area.
Address
Silver Springs
5656 East Silver Springs Boulevard
Ocala, FL 34488
United States
Phone 1 (352) 236-2121
Fax 1 (352) 236-1732
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Close17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Cost
Admission Cost$ 29.99
Child 10 & under$ 24.99
Child 2 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Tips
Closed certain days in August and September.
Parking
Pay
Disabled
Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Wheelchair loan or rental
Typical Visit
6 hours
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