Venue
27th IFIP/SOCOLNET Working Conference on Virtual Enterprises
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Dynamics of Hybrid Collaborative Networks
27th IFIP/SOCOLNET Working Conference on Virtual Enterprises
Padova, Italy
26-28 October, 2026
Padova, one of Italy’s oldest cities, is located in the Veneto region and is renowned for its long-standing cultural and academic tradition. Home to one of the oldest universities in Europe, it has played a central role in the development of science, art, and humanism.
Its rich artistic heritage, vibrant cultural life, and lively public spaces make Padova an attractive destination. The city is particularly famous for Giotto’s frescoes at the Scrovegni Chapel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as for its historic center, which blends medieval, Renaissance, and modern elements.
You can find more information about the city at tourist information offices.
Venue
The conference will take place at the Cultural Center Altinate San Gaetano, situated in the heart of the city.
Centro Culturale San Gaetano
35121, Padova, Italy
History & Architecture
The Altinate/San Gaetano Cultural Center is a vibrant cultural, educational, and exhibition venue located in a historic palace in the heart of Padua, near the church of San Gaetano. Originally designed by architect Vincenzo Scamozzi and built between 1582 and 1693 as a Theatine convent, the building became municipal property in 1874 and later served as a courthouse.
After a major fire in 1920, it was restored by engineer Tullio Paoletti, giving it its present appearance. Today, the center hosts a variety of exhibitions and cultural events supported by the City of Padua, the University of Padua, and other public institutions.
The building’s spaces include a multifunctional hall and foyer in the basement, a central gallery, the main exhibition cloister, and a café on the ground floor, additional galleries and library offices on the first floor, and the historic civic library and reading rooms on the second floor.
| Category | Hotel | Address | Walking Time To The Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3★ Hotels | Hotel Giotto | Piazzale Pontecorvo, 33, 35121 Padova | 15 min on foot |
| Albergo Verdi | Via Dondi dall'Orologio, 7, 35139 Padova | 13 min on foot | |
| Hotel Casa del Pellegrino | Via M. Cesarotti, 21, 35123 Padova | 15 min on foot | |
| Hotel Igea | Via Ospedale Civile, 87, 35121 Padova | 12 min on foot | |
| Hotel Donatello | Via del Santo, 102, 35100 Padova | 14 min on foot | |
| Best Western Plus Hotel Galileo | Via Venezia, 30, 35131 Padova | 20 min on foot | |
| 4★ Hotels | Hilton Garden Inn Padova City Centre | Corso Milano, 40, 35139 Padova | 14 min on foot |
| Hotel Europa | Largo Europa, 9/10, 35137 Padova | 7 min on foot | |
| Hotel Majestic Toscanelli | Via dell'Arco, 2, 35122 Padova | 11 min on foot |
Padova is a vibrant historical city, rich in art, culture, and scientific heritage. While attending the conference, we encourage you to take some time to explore the city.
From world-class art and historic landmarks to local cuisine and lively squares, Padova offers a unique experience just a short walk from the conference venue.