The historic Caffè Pedrocchi, a gem in the heart of Padua, was a project of Antonio Pedrocchi who had the vision of creating “the most beautiful café on earth.” Architecturally, the building constructed in the 1830’s, is a fusion of Neoclassical and Venetian Gothic styles, reflecting the romantic spirit of the 19th century. Inside, on the ground floor, are rooms named after the colours that dominate them: the White Room, the Red Room, the Yellow Room, and the Green Room. The latter served as a place for less wealthy people, who could stay and warm themselves there. This gave rise to the expression 'essere al verde,' which means 'to be broke. The first floor is famous for its decorative halls, each inspired by different historical periods, including the Etruscan, Greek, Roman, Renaissance, Herculaneum/Pompeian, Egyptian, and Napoleonic/Rossinian halls—the latter dedicated to Gioachino Rossini. Since 1891, Caffè Pedrocchi has been owned by the City of Padua, continuing to serve as a space where locals and tourists can immerse themselves in the history and daily life of the city.