💰 Cost of Living
Average monthly expenses for a digital nomad
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🍜 Food & Dining
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⚡ Digital Nomad Essentials
Everything you need to work remotely from Buenos Aires
📶 Internet
☁️ Weather
✈️ Transport
🛂 Visa
✓Advantages
- ✓Very affordable for USD/EUR earners
- ✓Incredible food scene with world-class steaks
- ✓Rich cultural life with museums and tango
- ✓Large and active digital nomad community
- ✓European-style architecture and charm
- ✓Excellent public transportation system
- ✓Vibrant nightlife that runs until dawn
- ✓Many coworking spaces and laptop-friendly cafes
- ✓Beautiful parks and green spaces
- ✓Easy visa process with digital nomad option
✗Disadvantages
- ✗Economic instability and inflation
- ✗Petty theft in tourist areas
- ✗Spanish is essential for daily life
- ✗Summer months can be very hot and humid
- ✗Some infrastructure showing age
- ✗ATM fees are high for foreigners
- ✗Bureaucracy can be frustrating
- ✗Internet speeds inconsistent in some areas
- ✗Noise pollution in central areas
- ✗Long distance from Europe and North America
💼 Top Coworking Spaces
Best places to work in Buenos Aires
La Maquinita Co.
📍 Niceto Vega 5545, Palermo Hollywood, Buenos Aires • 100 Mbps • 24/7 • Meeting rooms
AreaTres Coworking
📍 El Salvador 5218, Palermo Soho, Buenos Aires • 80 Mbps • Meeting rooms
WeWork Corrientes
📍 Av. Corrientes 800, Microcentro, Buenos Aires • 150 Mbps • 24/7 • Meeting rooms
Huerta Coworking
📍 Av. Dorrego 2133, Palermo Hollywood, Buenos Aires • 70 Mbps • Meeting rooms
Manawa Coworking
📍 Nicaragua 4817, Palermo Soho, Buenos Aires • 90 Mbps • Meeting rooms
☕ Best Cafes to Work From
Laptop-friendly cafes with good WiFi
LAB Coffee Roasters
📍 Palermo Hollywood
Cuervo Café
📍 Palermo Soho
Café Tortoni
📍 Microcentro
La Panera Rosa
📍 Palermo Chico
Usina Cafetera
📍 Palermo Hollywood
Von Berry House
📍 Palermo Hollywood
🏘️ Best Neighborhoods
Where to stay in Buenos Aires
Palermo
Palermo is Buenos Aires' largest and most popular neighborhood for digital nomads and expats. Divided into sub-areas like Palermo Soho, Palermo Hollywood, and Las Cañitas, it offers an incredible mix of trendy cafes, excellent restaurants, vibrant nightlife, and beautiful parks. The area is home to most of the city's coworking spaces and laptop-friendly cafes. Street art adorns many walls, boutique shopping is abundant, and the tree-lined streets create a pleasant atmosphere for both work and leisure.
Recoleta
Recoleta is Buenos Aires' most elegant and upscale neighborhood, known for its French-inspired architecture, grand mansions, and tree-lined boulevards. Home to the famous Recoleta Cemetery where Eva Perón is buried, the area offers world-class museums, beautiful parks, and sophisticated dining. The neighborhood hosts regular cultural events including free concerts and art exhibitions at the Recoleta Cultural Center. It's one of the safest areas in the city with a refined, European atmosphere.
San Telmo
San Telmo is Buenos Aires' oldest neighborhood and the birthplace of tango. With its cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, and bohemian atmosphere, it offers a romantic and artistic vibe. The famous Sunday antique market at Plaza Dorrego draws visitors from across the city. The area features charming cafes, antique shops, tango venues, and the excellent Mercado de San Telmo for food and local products. More affordable than Palermo while still offering excellent amenities for remote workers.
Villa Crespo
Villa Crespo is an up-and-coming neighborhood that offers excellent value while remaining close to trendy Palermo. Once a traditional middle-class area, it's now attracting hip restaurants, bars, and cafes that spillover from Palermo. The neighborhood has a large Jewish community with excellent delis and bakeries. More residential and quieter than neighboring areas, it's perfect for those seeking authenticity without sacrificing convenience. Great for longer stays and budget-conscious nomads.
🏛️ Top Attractions
Best things to do in Buenos Aires
Teatro Colón
One of the world's most prestigious opera houses, Teatro Colón is an architectural masterpiece known for its exceptional acoustics. Built in 1908, this stunning building combines Italian, French, and German Renaissance styles. Guided tours take you through the magnificent main hall, the Golden Hall, and backstage areas. For the full experience, attend a ballet, opera, or classical music performance in this 2,500-seat venue.
Recoleta Cemetery
This remarkable cemetery is an open-air museum featuring elaborate mausoleums and sculptures that house Argentina's most famous figures, including Eva Perón. Wandering through the labyrinthine paths reveals stunning examples of art nouveau, art deco, and neoclassical architecture. Each tomb tells a story of Argentina's elite families and historical figures. Free guided tours are available and help bring the cemetery's fascinating history to life.
Casa Rosada
The iconic pink presidential palace on Plaza de Mayo has witnessed Argentina's most significant historical moments. Famous for Eva Perón's balcony speeches, the building now houses a free museum showcasing presidential artifacts and the nation's political history. Weekend guided tours take you inside this architectural landmark. The changing of the guard ceremony adds to the experience.
La Boca & Caminito
The colorful neighborhood of La Boca is famous for its brightly painted corrugated iron houses, originally painted with leftover ship paint by Italian immigrants. Caminito is a pedestrian street turned open-air museum with tango dancers, street artists, and craft vendors. While touristy, it's an essential Buenos Aires experience. Visit during the day and stay within the main tourist areas for safety.
San Telmo Sunday Market
Every Sunday, San Telmo transforms into a massive antique and artisan market stretching along Defensa Street. Starting at Plaza de Mayo and ending at Parque Lezama, you'll find antiques, vintage items, handcrafts, and street food. Tango dancers perform in Plaza Dorrego while musicians fill the air with traditional melodies. An unmissable Buenos Aires experience that captures the city's spirit.
MALBA
The Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires houses an outstanding collection of 20th-century Latin American art, including works by Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and Antonio Berni. The striking modern building itself is a work of art. The museum also features an excellent cinema showing independent films, a design shop, and a cafe with outdoor seating. Wednesday admission is reduced.
Palacio Barolo
This stunning 22-story building was inspired by Dante's Divine Comedy, with its structure divided into hell, purgatory, and heaven. At completion in 1923, it was South America's tallest building. Guided tours explain the fascinating symbolism and history while taking you to the lighthouse at the top for panoramic city views. Evening tours coincide with sunset for spectacular photo opportunities.
Bosques de Palermo
The green lungs of Buenos Aires, these expansive parks offer a peaceful escape from the bustling city. Locals come here to jog, cycle, have picnics, and paddle on the lakes. The area includes the Japanese Garden, the Rose Garden (with over 18,000 rose bushes), and the Planetario. Perfect for a morning run or afternoon relaxation. Rent a bike or paddleboat to explore.
🛡️ Safety & Healthcare
What to know about safety and medical care
🚨 Safety
🏥 Healthcare
💬 What Nomads Say
Real reviews from digital nomads
"Buenos Aires exceeded all my expectations. The combination of European architecture, incredible food, and affordable living made it perfect for my 6-month stay. I found an excellent apartment in Palermo Hollywood for $500/month and spent my days working from amazing cafes or La Maquinita coworking space. The steak and wine culture is real - you can have a world-class dinner for under $20. Internet was solid in my apartment (around 50 Mbps), and there's a huge community of other nomads to connect with. The nightlife starting at 2am took some getting used to, but it's part of the charm!"
"BA is a fantastic city with a lot to offer, but you need to come prepared. The currency situation is confusing at first - learn about the blue dollar rate before you arrive. I loved the cafe culture and found plenty of great spots to work from in Palermo and Recoleta. The city feels very safe in the main areas, though I was warned about phone snatching (never happened to me). Spanish is really essential here; English speakers are rarer than in other nomad hubs. The food scene is amazing if you eat meat, but vegetarians might struggle a bit. Overall, a great value destination with tons of culture."
"Buenos Aires has incredible potential but comes with real challenges. The economic instability affects daily life - prices changed weekly during my stay. Internet in my San Telmo apartment was unreliable, and I had to work from cafes more than planned. The bureaucracy for anything official is painful. That said, the city's beauty is undeniable, the people are friendly once you break through, and the cultural offerings are world-class. I'd recommend it for a shorter stay (1-2 months) rather than a base. Come for the experience, but have realistic expectations about infrastructure."
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