Cascais: Portugal’s Coastal Haven for Digital Nomads

A recent study by LiveCareerfrom 2025 found that 165,000 UK citizens describe themselves as a digital nomad. Choosing to live and work abroad in search of better weather, lower cost of living and better work-life balance, with Portugal being one of the top destinations where those digital nomads go, it is worth asking, is it really that much better?

Cascais in Portugal is fast becoming one of the go-to destinations for digital nomads seeking more than just decent WiFi. Once the summer refuge of Portuguese nobility, this elegant seaside town has evolved into a modern, future-focused destination where remote professionals can live, work and thrive, for a day, a year or a lifetime.

Cascais offers remote workers and location-independent professionals the rare combination of infrastructure, inspiration and coastal calm. Imagine logging on from a stylish cafe in the historic old town, finalising the presentation before lunch. After an efficient morning, you hop on your bike and ride the coast to a surf session or a light hike in the nearby hills. Dinner is seafood by the marina, followed by a sunset stroll, while knowing your home office tomorrow is ready and waiting.

Cascais also launched a campaign for digital Nomads called “It Works For You”  to encourage Digital Nomads to visit Cascais, with more than 300 days of sunshine a year, and 30 kilometres of coastline, it is a perfect place to not just work but to live.

Earlier this year, Visit Cascais unveiled a brand-new co-working visitor centre, now accessible to everyone. Overlooking the beautiful Cascais Bay, the space offers digital nomads not just a breathtaking view but also a moment to pause, take a deep breath and unwind. The centre is open to all; residents, Portuguese nationals and international visitors alike. More than just a co-working hub, it’s also a space where likeminded people can connect.

Why Cascais works for digital nomads

1. Plug in, then unplug

Cascais offers a reliable high-speed connectivity, an average internet speed of around 120 Mbps, which ensures remote meetings, file-sharing and creative work can happen without tech-interruption.

1. Location

Located a 20-minute train ride away from Lisbon, Cascais gives you proximity to a major city’s amenities while radiating a relaxed seaside vibe.

1. Balanced lifestyle

Between working at the local cafes or at one of many coworking spaces, you are a walk away from sandy beaches, hiking trails or surf breaks.

1. Community ready

With active digital-nomad and expat networks, plus purpose-built coliving and coworking spaces, Cascaiss offers a social setup as well as a work setup.

1. Affordable base

While Cascais is not ultra-cheap, the living costs in Cascais compare favourably to capital cities, which means spending a lot less time worrying about rent and more time actually enjoying the place.

1. Exciting events throughout the year

Cascais hosts a vibrant calendar of internationally recognised events throughout the year, offering something for everyone. From the renowned Ageas CoolJazz Festival, to food and music festival Chefs on Fire, the town buzzes with culture and creativity. Motorsport enthusiasts can enjoy the annual classic car event, Estoril Classics, which brings exquisite vintage vehicles from all over Europe. And for sports lovers, or the simply fearless, Cascais is also home to a challenging annual IRONMAN competition.