Ciudad que nunca duerme (city that never sleeps). Paris of South America. Birthplace of tango.
Buenos Aires, Argentina, wears many crowns. And in the last decade, Argentina's glamorous and gritty capital has donned a new identity: Digital nomad hotspot. Consistently ranked as a top city for remote workers, Buenos Aires welcomes thousands of digital nomads monthly.
Why do digital nomads love Buenos Aires?
Buenos Aires has long enticed visitors with its storied steakhouses, flowing malbec, and smart, sexy locals (nicknamed porteños). The city breathes culture, romance, and creativity.
Recently, Buenos Aires has been hard at work building a thriving tech scene. The city has become a breeding ground for startups, with energetic young businesses driving advancements in sectors like machine learning and fintech. To attract entrepreneurs, the city has introduced initiatives like IncuBAte, a program that provides mentors and advisors, financial assistance, and shared workspace access for a year. Argentina also recently introduced a digital nomad visa, which lets recipients live and work remotely in Argentina for 180 days, with the option to renew for an additional 80 days.
Buenos Aires' efforts have caught the eye of remote workers from all around the world. Digital nomads are drawn to the city's remote working-friendly initiatives and infrastructure, which includes reliable high-speed internet, an established coworking scene, and a lively community of expats and digital nomads. For nomads with US clients, it doesn't hurt that Buenos Aires is only two hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (EST).
Buenos Aires at a glance
- Climate: Buenos Aires has a humid subtropical climate with distinct seasons. The seasons in Buenos Aires are opposite to those in the Northern Hemisphere, meaning that when it's summer in the US, it's winter in Buenos Aires, and vice versa. Summers (December to March) are warm and humid, with average temperatures around 28°C (82°F) Winters (June to August) are mild, with average highs near 14°C (57°F) and lows around 8°C (47°F) .
- Getting there: Fly into Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) — commonly known as Ezeiza Airport — located about 30 to 60 minutes outside the city. From the airport, you can reach the city center via rideshare, taxi, private transfers, shuttle bus, or public bus.
- Living costs: Budget around $1,600 to $2,000 for monthly expenses, including a furnished apartment rental, food, transportation, and leisure activities.
- Language requirements: English is commonly spoken in tourist areas and by younger residents. Basic Spanish is helpful for daily interactions — especially in less touristy neighborhoods.
- Safety: Buenos Aires is generally safe for remote workers, particularly in popular neighborhoods like Palermo, Recoleta, and San Telmo. However, petty crimes such as pickpocketing can occur. Avoid displaying valuables and be careful when using ATMs.
- Visa options: Argentina offers a digital nomad visa valid for 180 days, with the possibility of renewal for an additional 180 days. Learn how to apply for Argentina's digital nomad visa step-by-step.
Where to live: Top digital nomad neighborhoods in Buenos Aires
Covering 80 square miles and home to more than 3 million people, Buenos Aires is a sprawling, walkable city comprised of 48 barrios (neighborhoods). Many of the city's barrios are worth exploring, but some are better suited than others for setting up a home base as a remote worker. Here are the best digital nomad neighborhoods in Buenos Aires based on factors like coworking spaces, community, and coolness.
Palermo
Easily the most popular neighborhood in Buenos Aires for digital nomads, Palermo is a treasure trove of boutiques, bars, restaurants, parks, and museums. The large neighborhood is divided into several sub-neighborhoods, including Palermo Soho, Palermo Hollywood, and Las Cañitas. Palermo is where you'll find the bulk of the city's coworking spaces and laptop-friendly cafes.
Recoleta
For a slightly swankier vibe, consider Recoleta, an upscale barrio with French-influenced architecture, treeline streets, and luxury hotels. Buenos Aires' cultural center, Recoleta regularly hosts concerts, art exhibits, dance shows, and other events — many of them free. For nomads, the neighborhood offers a handful of coworking options and plenty of remote worker-friendly coffee shops.
San Telmo
The city's oldest neighborhood, San Telmo, is also one of its most charming. The barrio enchants with historic mansions, cobbled streets, antique shops, and a massive indoor market. San Telmo draws remote workers with a creative, bohemian vibe and some solid WiFi-equipped cafes.
Colegiales
Located within walking distance of Palermo, quiet Colegiales makes a laid-back home base for nomads seeking easy access to coworking, dining, and nightlife options. The neighborhood is home to several superb coffee shops and craft beer bars, and hosts the Mercado de las Pulga (flea market) from Tuesday through Sunday.
Villa Crespo
Quite a bit chiller than neighboring Palermo, Villa Crespo nevertheless holds its own with excellent cafes and food options. The tranquil barrio is also home to a large Jewish community, so it's one of the best spots in the city to get your lox and latkes fix.
Where to work in Buenos Aires
Source: Lab Tostadores de Café
Best cafes in Buenos Aires for digital nomads
In Buenos Aires, you're always steps away from a coffee shop. That said, not every establishment is set up for remote work. Read on for the city's most remote-friendly cafes based on factors like comfy seating, fast wifi, and plenty of outlets.
- LAB Tostadores de Café (Humboldt 1542, Palermo Hollywood). A hotspot for laptop-wielding coffee lovers, LAB features impeccable coffee and high countertop tables that can double as standing desks. WiFi is strong, outlets are abundant, and the nitro cold brew is a must-try.
- Café Registrado (Costa Rica 5901, Palermo Hollywood). The Palermo Hollywood location of this chain ranks highly for its spaciousness, WiFi speed, and outlet availability. All locations serve up excellent coffee and an eclectic menu of vegetarian options.
- Cuervo Café (Costa Rica 5801, Palermo Hollywood). Cuervo Cafe appeals to remote workers with solid WiFi, sufficient seating, and a tasty avocado toast.
- Birkin (República Árabe Siria 3061, Palermo Chico). This stylish cafe tends to get crowded during lunch on the weekends — luckily, it offers ample indoor and outdoor seating options. WiFi is good and charging options are plentiful, with USB ports available.
- Café Martinez (Various locations). Argentina’s answer to Starbucks, Café Martinez is ubiquitous and reliable. These cafes, scattered across the city, tend to have plenty of outlet-adjacent tables and have no problem with remote workers who camp out for hours.
Best coworking spaces in Buenos Aires
Prefer to work in a coworking space? Ahead, we've included a list of the city's finest in terms of WiFi speeds, amenities, and ambiance.
- La Maquinita Co. (Cnel. Niceto Vega 4736, Palermo Soho). La Maquinita Co. has multiple locations around the city with fast wifi and a flexible pay-per-credit booking system. The Palermo Soho location is easily a favorite because of its onsite swimming pool and lush surrounding patio.
- Selina Palermo & Cowork (Guatemala 4931, Palermo Soho). Part of the global Selina chain, this trendy coworking space is connected to a hostel with a cafe and rooftop bar. WiFi is good; the vibe is lively.
- Manawa Coworking Creativo (Nicaragua 4817, Palermo Soho). This bright, colorful space hooks nomads up with unlimited coffee and tea, lightning-fast WiFi, and bike rentals. There's also a sunny terrace and ping-pong table.
- AreaTres Coworking (El Salvador 5218, Palermo Soho). This sleek, modern coworking space sets itself apart with a yummy onsite restaurant and leafy patio inhabited by roving kittens.