Travelling in Italy is rarely boring
From rail strikes and airport disruptions to heatwaves, ferry cancellations and changing visitor rules, this section tracks the developments most likely to affect your trip. We update our travel advisory regularly and monitor transport operators, government announcements and local developments across Italy.
What you'll find here
- National and regional strike updates
- Train, airport and ferry disruptions
- Extreme weather and heatwave alerts
- Venice access fee updates
- Tourist tax changes
- New travel rules and regulations
- Seasonal travel advice
- Major events that may affect visitor numbers
Whether you're travelling next week or planning a holiday months in advance, this page brings together the latest Italy travel information in one place.
Live updates
Active travel disruptions in Italy
Real-time updates on transport strikes and severe weather affecting travel across Italy.
- Updated 23 July 2026, 19:54
- 19 active alerts
- 19 transport
Times shown in Central European Time (Rome).
Today — Friday, 24 July 2026
3 alertsItaly maritime strike on 22–23 July 2026
A national maritime strike is scheduled in Italy from 12:00 on 22 July to 11:59 on 23 July 2026. It affects personnel of Grandi Navi Veloci (GNV). Ferry services may be delayed, reduced, or cancelled during this period.
Advice: If you plan to travel by ferry, check with the operator before departure and allow extra time. Monitor updates for your route and ticket conditions.
Read sourceItaly maritime strike on 22–23 July 2026
A national maritime strike is scheduled in Italy from 12:00 on 22 July to 12:00 on 23 July 2026. It concerns crew on Grandi Navi Veloci services. Ferry and other maritime operations may be disrupted, delayed, or reduced during this 24-hour action.
Advice: If you plan to travel by ferry, check with the operator before departure and allow extra time. Monitor updates from your carrier and be prepared for timetable changes or cancellations.
Read sourceVerona rail strike on 23–24 July 2026
A local rail strike is scheduled in the Verona area of Veneto from 21:00 on 23 July to 20:59 on 24 July 2026. It concerns RFI maintenance, administrative and engineering staff in the Verona territorial unit. Rail services in the area may be affected, with possible delays or cancellations.
Advice: Check Trenitalia and local rail updates before travelling. Allow extra time and look for alternative transport if your journey depends on Verona-area rail services.
Read sourceTomorrow — Saturday, 25 July 2026
3 alertsBari, Puglia: local public transport strike on 24 July 2026
A local public transport strike is scheduled in Bari, Puglia, on 24 July 2026. The action is set for 4 hours, from 19:45 to 23:45, and may affect services operated by Ferrovia Sud Est and related bus services in the Bari area.
Advice: Check timetables before travelling, allow extra time, and look for operator updates on the day. If possible, avoid relying on local public transport during the strike window.
Read sourceCampania: local public transport strike in Salerno on 24 July 2026
Local public transport in Salerno (Campania) is due to strike for 4 hours on 24 July 2026, from 09:00 to 13:00. The notice names SITA Sud staff in Salerno and indicates the disruption is territorial, so buses and other local services may be affected in the area.
Advice: Allow extra time and check local operator updates before travelling. If possible, avoid non-essential journeys in Salerno during the strike window.
Read sourceMarche local public transport strike on 24 July 2026, 11:00–15:00
A regional strike is planned for local public transport across Marche on Friday 24 July 2026. The action is scheduled for 11:00 to 15:00 and may affect buses and other local services throughout the region.
Advice: If you are travelling in Marche that day, check local operator updates and allow extra time. Services may be reduced or delayed during the strike window.
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13 alertsItaly airport security strike on 13 September 2026
A 24-hour national air transport strike is scheduled in Italy on 13/09/2026, from 00:00 to 24:00. The notice specifically names ADR Security airport staff at Rome Fiumicino and Ciampino. Delays or disruption may affect airport operations, especially in Rome.
Advice: Check your flight status with your airline before travelling. Allow extra time at the airport and follow updates from the airport and carrier.
Read sourceItaly air transport strike on 30 September 2026
A national air transport strike is scheduled in Italy on 30/09/2026, affecting ENAV staff. The action is listed for 13:00 to 17:00. Flights may face delays or cancellations during this window, with possible knock-on disruption before and after.
Advice: Check your flight status with your airline and airport before travelling. Allow extra time, monitor updates on the day, and be prepared for delays or cancellations.
Read sourceItaly airport strike on 30 September 2026: 4-hour national action
A national airport strike is scheduled in Italy on 30/09/2026, affecting air transport nationwide. The action is planned for 13:00 to 17:00 and concerns personnel of Soc. Techno Sky. Travellers may face delays, cancellations, or disruption at airports during this window.
Advice: Check flight status with your airline and airport before travelling. Allow extra time and monitor updates on the day, especially between 13:00 and 17:00.
Read sourceSardegna local public transport strike on 25 July 2026
A local public transport strike is scheduled across Sardegna on 25/07/2026. The notice says it lasts 8 hours and affects ARST staff in the provinces of Cagliari, Sassari, Nuoro and Oristano. This may disrupt buses and other local services throughout the island.
Advice: Check ARST and local operator updates before travelling. Allow extra time and have a backup plan, especially for airport, port and intercity connections.
Read sourceTransport strike in Savona, Liguria on 27 July 2026
A local public transport strike is scheduled in Savona, Liguria, on 27 July 2026. The notice says the action will last 4 hours, from 10:15 to 14:15, and concerns local public transport staff at TPL Linea di Savona. Services may be reduced or delayed during this period.
Advice: Check local operator updates and allow extra time. If you must travel, plan around the 10:15-14:15 window.
Read sourceTuscany maritime strike on 28 July 2026
A regional maritime strike is scheduled across Tuscany for the whole day on 28/07/2026. The notice names TOREMAR staff in the affected category. This may affect ferry and other maritime services in the region.
Advice: Check ferry timetables and operator updates before travelling. Expect possible cancellations or delays and allow extra time for alternative plans.
Read sourceRegional rail strike in Piemonte, 7–8 Sept 2026
A regional rail strike is scheduled in Piemonte from 21:18 on 7 September to 21:17 on 8 September 2026. It concerns Trenitalia regional customer operations staff in Piemonte and may affect rail services across the region.
Advice: Check Trenitalia updates before travelling and allow extra time. If your journey is by rail in Piemonte during this period, expect possible delays, cancellations or reduced service.
Read sourceLocal public transport strike in Foggia, Puglia on 10 September 2026
A local public transport strike is scheduled in Foggia, Puglia, on 10/09/2026. The notice says the action will last 8 hours, with disruption expected from 08:30–12:30 and 15:30–19:30. It concerns local public transport staff at ATAF Foggia.
Advice: Check services before travelling and allow extra time. Expect possible cancellations or reduced frequency during the strike windows.
Read sourceBergamo local public transport strike on 14 Sept 2026
Local public transport in Bergamo, Lombardy, is due to be affected by a 4-hour strike on 14 September 2026, from 08:30 to 12:30. The notice names Arriva Italia staff in Bergamo as the affected workforce. Disruption may affect buses and other local services in the area.
Advice: Check local operator updates before travelling and allow extra time. If you need to travel in Bergamo that morning, look for alternative routes or travel outside the strike window.
Read sourceNaples local public transport strike on 15 September 2026
A local strike is scheduled in Naples, Campania, affecting public transport. It is due to last 4 hours, from 12:45 to 16:45 on 15/09/2026. The notice names ANM Naples metro staff as the affected category. Delays or reduced service may occur during the strike window.
Advice: Check ANM updates before travelling and allow extra time. If possible, avoid non-essential journeys between 12:45 and 16:45.
Read sourceFlorence local public transport strike on 15 Sept 2026
A 24-hour local public transport strike is scheduled in the Florence area, Tuscany, on 15 September 2026. The notice names Autolinee Toscane staff in the Florence area. Bus services may be disrupted for the full day.
Advice: Check local operator updates before travelling, allow extra time, and consider alternative transport if possible. Expect possible cancellations or reduced service throughout the day.
Read sourceTransport strike in Turin (Piemonte) on 16 September 2026
A local 24-hour strike is scheduled for public local transport in the Province of Turin, Piemonte, on 16/09/2026. The notice refers to GTT Turin urban and suburban transport staff. Services may be reduced, delayed, or cancelled during the day.
Advice: Check GTT updates before travelling and allow extra time. If possible, plan alternative transport for 16 September.
Read sourceUmbria local public transport strike on 22 September 2026
A regional strike affecting local public transport in Umbria is scheduled for 22 September 2026, lasting 24 hours. The notice says it may take place in various forms and affects Busitalia Sita Nord staff in the Umbria region. Services may be disrupted throughout the day.
Advice: Check local bus services before travelling and allow extra time. If possible, plan alternative transport for the day.
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