Florida may be well known for modern-day attractions like theme parks, but some of the best attractions are actually much, much older.

And then there were six. Only six homes now remain in South Florida's iconic Stiltsville following a fire which destroyed one of the seven remaining homes built atop stilts in Biscayne Bay.

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Visit Stiltsville Miami with us today! Guided tours to explore the iconic colorful houses and experience a slice of unique Florida history.

On Saturdays and Sundays, explore through the northernmost parts of Biscayne National Park to see the alluring historic Stiltsville Houses! Departing from Deering Estate, Stiltsville tours will take you for an up-close look at the village in the bay. Stiltsville is a reminder of the time when this area was known to be the playground for the wealthy. #deeringestate #thingstodoinmiami #Stiltsville #familyfun #Biscaynenationalpark #parklife #miamidadesocial

The pastel buildings seem to hover above the greenish water; from a distance, they even appear to be boats.

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Stiltsville House Stiltsville is a group of wood stilt houses located one mile south of Cape Florida.The seven remaining houses are A - Jimmy Ellenburg house B - A-frame house C - Baldwin, Sessions & Shaw house D - Leshaw house E - Bay Chateau F - Hicks house G - Miami Springs Power Boat Club The cape Florida lighthouse is on the horizon...

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