The Gypsy Residence, Aracataca, Colombia. Hostel & Tours, Ruta de Macondo, Hotel

Hostel & Tours in Aracataca

Tel. 3212517420 / 3015933691 - Address: Calle 9* 1 - 74, Barrio Cataquita, Aracataca

"Discover Macondo in the Heart of Aracataca"

''Aracataca should be firmly on the tourist route for most backpackers with even the remotest interest in literature or culture. Marquez's hometown gives a traveller a glimpse into traditional Colombian life, and the last Buendia, Mr Tim, owner of The Gypsy Residence, possesses a wealth of interesting facts and anecdotes about the town, Marquez and magic realism more broadly. '' Ricky Hunt - South Africa

Hostel

If you want us to plan your days full of mindblowing activities/ tours, or you just want a comfortable hostel to stay the night and relax at in our green garden; The Gypsy Residence is your best choice. Either way we will help you to let Aracataca open up the doors to your view on magic realism. A la Orden!

Tours

La Ruta Macondo; You couldn’t choose a better place than Aracataca to learn about traditional Colombian Caribbean life and culture. Our guide Tim Buendia will show you the real Colombia in the heart of Aracataca, and through Garcia Marquez’s life explain the origin of Magic Realism. We offer you a one day tour or a quick two hour tour…

Aracataca Facts

Why is Aracataca world widely known as a symbol for Caribbean towns? Not just because of Garcia Marquez, it was Aracataca’s history that inspired him in the first place. Peoples from all over the world came here and blended their rich and intersting cultural influences, looking for a place to start a new life and businesses.