Buenos Aires
Grand, cultured capital of late nights, cafés, tango and leafy neighbourhoods.
Argentina › Buenos Aires
Digimad score
7.6
Very good
Best for Culture + Nightlife
About
Buenos Aires feels European and Latin at the same time: wide boulevards, historic cafés, bookshops, theatres, parks and some of the world's best steak. Neighbourhoods such as Palermo, Recoleta and San Telmo each have their own character, and the remote-work community is large. Life starts late, with dinner rarely before 9 pm. The economy is unpredictable and prices can shift quickly, so check current costs before arrival.
Buenos Aires at a glance
Internet
Fibre is available in most of the city and coworking spaces are numerous. Mobile coverage is good.
Monthly budget
$1,600/mo comfortable, $1,050 lean
Best months
Apr, May, Sep, Oct
Community
High nomad density, fair English
Key points
A huge cultural offer: theatres, bookshops, cafés and tango
Leafy neighbourhoods with very different characters
A large remote-work and expat community
Neighbourhoods
Palermo is leafy and lively, with cafés, coworking spaces and nightlife. Recoleta is elegant and calm, San Telmo historic and bohemian, Villa Crespo creative and more affordable, and Belgrano residential.
Cost of living
USD
Lean
$1,050/mo
Shared housing, local food
Comfortable
$1,600/mo
Private one-bed, coworking
Premium
$2,650/mo
Central, frequent dining
Local currency
ARS
Prices change quickly with inflation and the exchange rate. Rents for furnished flats in Palermo and Recoleta are higher than elsewhere.
Internet & connectivity
Fixed line
Not verified
Mobile
Not verified
eSIM
Supported
Reliability
GoodPublic Wi-Fi
FairPower stability
GoodFibre is available in most of the city and coworking spaces are numerous. Mobile coverage is good.
Nomad community
Nomad density
HighEnglish
FairMeeting people
Coworking spaces, language exchanges, tango classes and expat groups make it easy to meet people.
Very international, especially in Palermo. Spanish is essential beyond the expat bubble.
Safety
Emergency 911
At night
FairSolo female
FairPetty crime
FairCommon scams
Moped riders snatching phones, the mustard trick and counterfeit banknotes
Keep your phone out of sight on the street, avoid empty areas late at night and use taxis booked through apps.
Healthcare
Pharmacies
GoodPublic system
Public hospitals provide care but may charge non-residents since 2025. Private care is recommended.
Private care
Private hospitals such as the Alemán, Italiano and Británico offer excellent care.
Insurance
Make sure your policy covers private hospitals in Buenos Aires directly.
Getting around
Walkability
GoodPublic transport
GoodAirports
- EZEEzeiza International
The Subte (metro) and buses cover the city with the SUBE card, and taxis and ride-hailing apps are affordable. Ezeiza airport is around 45 minutes away.
Climate & seasons
Subtropical
Hot, humid summers from December to February and mild winters. Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons.
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Watch out for
Volatile prices and phone theft in busy areas