Delivery Riders Strike in Milan, Bologna and Florence on July 15: What Travelers Need to

Food Delivery Strike on Wednesday July 15 in Three Key Cities

On Wednesday July 15, unions representing riders for Glovo, Deliveroo and Just Eat will strike in Milan, Bologna and Florence. According to ANSA English, the strike is about protection of health and income during the intense heatwave gripping Italy. Authorities in Milan have already ordered food delivery companies to take measures for rider safety.

What This Means for You

If you are staying in Milan, Florence or Bologna on July 15, do not rely on app-based food delivery. The strike will likely disrupt or cancel deliveries from these platforms for the whole day. Skip ordering through the apps. Walk to a nearby restaurant or buy groceries instead. Bologna is famous for its food markets. Florence has excellent trattorias within walking distance of most hotels. Milan has plenty of casual spots for a sit-down meal.

The Heatwave Factor

The strike comes as temperatures climb across Italy. The same ANSA report notes the heatwave is intense. Stay hydrated. Carry a refillable water bottle. Many Italian cities have public water fountains ("nasoni" in Rome, similar taps elsewhere). Avoid the hottest hours between 12pm and 4pm for sightseeing. If you are in Florence, the Uffizi Gallery is air conditioned. In Milan, the Duomo rooftop is exposed so go early morning or late afternoon.

Other Cities: No Strike Reported

This strike only affects Milan, Bologna and Florence. Other major tourist cities like Rome, Venice, Naples, Verona, or the Amalfi Coast are not mentioned as affected. Delivery service there should run normally. However, heatwave conditions are widespread so the same hydration advice applies everywhere.

Practical Tip for July 15

Plan your lunch and dinner in advance. Make a reservation at a sit-down restaurant if you want to avoid the heat. Many places in central Milan, Florence and Bologna have shaded outdoor seating. Do not wait until you are hungry to search for a meal. List a few restaurants near your hotel now.

Should You Worry About Other Strikes?

This is a targeted one day action by delivery riders. Public transport is not involved. Trains, buses and metros in Milan, Florence and Bologna are running normally on July 15. You can move between cities without issues. Check the official Trenitalia or Italo websites for updates on any separate transport strikes.

Stay cool. Eat local. And skip the delivery apps on Wednesday.