On the extravagant side there is Caffè Florian, situated on Piazza San Marco. It claims to be the oldest coffee house still in operation, established in 1720. The interior is about a century newer, and brings an exclusive setting for a cup of coffee, even if sitting outside overlooking the entire piazza and its surroundings may be a better choice on a nice summer day. The café has its own outdoor orchestra playing an assortment of Italian music. Just sitting down at the table costs €6 per seat (for the orchestra it says on the menu) and the rest on the menu is at least twice the price you would have paid at home. light lunch or dinner 12-15, 19.30-22, afternoon tea 15-18, great choice of semifreddo (parfaits) (€ 14.00), lemon ice cream with soda (€ 15.00), great choice of tea and coffee specialities; espresso € 6.50. music charge € 6.00.