Occupying a prime spot on Piazza Vecchia in Bergamo's Città Alta since the 16th century, Caffè del Tasso has been a gathering place for artists and intellectuals for generations. The elegant indoor room and outdoor terrace both face one of northern Italy's finest squares, with its fountain, the Palazzo della Ragione, and the Contarini bell tower framing the view.
Order a coffee, an aperitivo, or a gelato and settle in. The custom here is to linger, watching the piazza come to life around you. On a good evening there might be a puppet show or a concert, but the square itself is spectacle enough.