Caffe Florian
Venice, Italy
Caffè Florian, opened in December 1720, is the oldest continuously operating coffee house in Italy. It is located under the arcades of the Procuratie Nuove in St. Mark's Square in Venice. Over the centuries, it has hosted personalities such as Casanova, Goethe, Byron, and Dickens. The cafe is famous for its historic rooms adorned with mirrors and frescoes. It also offers live music, which is part of its tradition. A visit to this place allows one to experience the historical atmosphere of a Venetian coffee house.
- Visit time: 1 h
- Local name: Caffè Florian
What to look for
- Senate Room with frescoes and mirrors
- Chinese Room with oriental decorations
- Room of the Seasons with allegorical paintings
- Live orchestra performances in the square
Before you go
- Best time: Afternoon or evening
- Crowds: The busiest times are in the afternoon and evening, especially on weekends
- Note: No specific dress code, reservations recommended during peak season
Good to know
- Caffè Florian was one of the few places in the 18th century where women were allowed entry, which was a rarity in coffee houses of that era.
- In 1893, the first art exhibition, which gave rise to the Venice Biennale, was held in the rooms of Caffè Florian.
Sources: caffeflorian.com, pl.wikipedia.org
How long does it take to visit Caffe Florian?
Plan about 1 h.
Nearby
- St. Mark's Square — 50 m
- St. Mark's Campanile — 80 m
- Gran Caffè Quadri — 90 m
- Giardini Reali — 90 m
- Correr Museum — 100 m
- St. Mark's Clocktower — 130 m
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