# Japan Expo Paris: what to do between sessions in Paris

Source: https://eventweekends.com/trade-show/japan-expo-paris/
Last checked: 2026-11-02

## In short

- **When:** 8 to 11 July 2027 (expected, not yet confirmed by the organiser)
- **Where:** Paris Nord Villepinte, Paris, France, about 18 km from the centre
- **Free time:** The show floor takes the day, so the evenings, a companion day and the day after are free.
- **Best base:** Le Marais and Saint-Germain: Walk to the Louvre, Notre-Dame and the islands.
- **Getting there:** Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is linked to central Paris by RER B (35 minutes to Gare du Nord) and taxis at a flat 56 to 65 euros.
- **Weather:** In July, Paris averages highs of about 25°C and lows of 14°C, with roughly 55 mm of rain in the month. Expect about 15 h 59 min of daylight.
- **Top things to do:** Louvre guided tour with skip-the-line entry; Seine river cruise; Versailles palace and gardens

## Weather and what to pack

In July, Paris averages highs of about 25°C and lows of 14°C, with roughly 55 mm of rain in the month. Expect about 15 h 59 min of daylight.
- A light rain jacket, just in case.
- Comfortable shoes: a day on the show floor easily means 15,000 steps.

## Airport to venue

Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is linked to central Paris by RER B (35 minutes to Gare du Nord) and taxis at a flat 56 to 65 euros. Orly (ORY) has metro line 14 to Châtelet in 25 minutes and flat taxi fares of 36 to 44 euros.

RER B to Parc des Expositions.

## Where to stay

- **budget:** République, Canal Saint-Martin and Belleville. Cheaper rooms, good bars and many metro lines.
- **mid:** Le Marais and Saint-Germain. Walk to the Louvre, Notre-Dame and the islands.
- **luxury:** 8th arrondissement and the Golden Triangle. Palace hotels near the Champs-Élysées.
- Hotels we would book: Generator Paris (budget), Hôtel des Grands Boulevards (mid), Le Bristol Paris (luxury)

## Day plans for the free hours

### Evening one (Thursday 8 July)

After the show floor closes: dinner and a short evening outing.
- Evening: Seine dinner cruise. Three courses with the Eiffel Tower lit up.
- Eat: Le Relais de l'Entrecôte, Steak frites, one dish, queue for it

### Evening two (Friday 9 July)

Team dinner night. Book early: every group in town wants the same tables.
- Eat: Septime, Modern bistro; book weeks ahead
- After dark: Canal Saint-Martin and Oberkampf bars.

### Companion day (Friday 9 July)

For partners who came along and do not have a badge.
- Full day: Versailles palace and gardens. Palace, Hall of Mirrors and the gardens by RER C or coach.

### The day after the show (Monday 12 July)

Push the flight back a day. A full free day costs little and the city empties out.
- Half-day: Louvre guided tour with skip-the-line entry. The highlights in two to three hours.
- Eat: Bouillon Chartier, Belle Époque canteen with cheap classics
- Free: Walk the Seine banks from the Louvre to Notre-Dame.

### Team outing

For corporate groups of 10 to 40: private tours and tastings book out first.
- Eat: Le Comptoir du Relais, Bistro in Saint-Germain
- Evening: Moulin Rouge show. The famous cabaret show in Pigalle.

## Tours worth booking

- [Louvre guided tour with skip-the-line entry](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Louvre%20tour&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-japan-expo-paris): The highlights in two to three hours.
- [Seine river cruise](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Seine%20river%20cruise&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-japan-expo-paris): One hour past the monuments; evening cruises with dinner too.
- [Versailles palace and gardens](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Versailles%20tour&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-japan-expo-paris): Palace, Hall of Mirrors and the gardens by RER C or coach.
- [Eiffel Tower summit access](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Eiffel%20Tower%20summit%20tickets&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-japan-expo-paris): Timed tickets with lift to the top.
- [Montmartre food and wine walk](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Paris%20food%20tour&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-japan-expo-paris): Cheese, bread and wine on the butte.
- [Seine dinner cruise](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Paris%20dinner%20cruise&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-japan-expo-paris): Three courses with the Eiffel Tower lit up.
- [Champagne day trip to Reims and Épernay](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Champagne%20day%20trip%20from%20Paris&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-japan-expo-paris): Cellars, tastings and the cathedral.
- [Giverny and Monet's garden](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Giverny%20tour&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-japan-expo-paris): Water lilies and the painter's house (April to October).
- [Disneyland Paris](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Disneyland%20Paris%20tickets&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-japan-expo-paris): 40 minutes by RER A from central Paris.
- [Moulin Rouge show](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Moulin%20Rouge%20tickets&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-japan-expo-paris): The famous cabaret show in Pigalle.

## Where to eat

- Bouillon Chartier: Belle Époque canteen with cheap classics
- Le Comptoir du Relais: Bistro in Saint-Germain
- L'As du Fallafel: Falafel in the Marais
- Breizh Café: Buckwheat crêpes
- Marché des Enfants Rouges: Covered market with food stalls
- Du Pain et des Idées: Pastries near Canal Saint-Martin
- Le Relais de l'Entrecôte: Steak frites, one dish, queue for it
- Septime: Modern bistro; book weeks ahead

## With kids

- Jardin d'Acclimatation playground and rides.
- Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie.
- Parc Astérix north of the city.

## Rainy-day backups

- Louvre, Orsay and the Orangerie.
- Covered passages near the Grands Boulevards.
- Galeries Lafayette rooftop and food hall.

## Getting around

- Metro and RER run until about 1:15 am (2:15 am on Saturdays). Use a Navigo Easy card or contactless.
- Stade de France is reached by RER B (La Plaine) or RER D (Stade de France Saint-Denis); Roland-Garros by metro line 9 or 10.
- Uber, Bolt and G7 taxis work in French cities.
- SNCF TGV and Ouigo trains link the big cities; book on SNCF Connect.

## Questions people ask

### When is Japan Expo Paris 2027?

The next edition is 8 to 11 July 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.

### What is the weather like during Japan Expo Paris?

In July, Paris averages highs of about 25°C and lows of 14°C, with roughly 55 mm of rain in the month. Expect about 15 h 59 min of daylight.

### How do I get from the airport to Paris Nord Villepinte?

Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is linked to central Paris by RER B (35 minutes to Gare du Nord) and taxis at a flat 56 to 65 euros. Orly (ORY) has metro line 14 to Châtelet in 25 minutes and flat taxi fares of 36 to 44 euros. RER B to Parc des Expositions.

### Where should I stay for Japan Expo Paris?

For most visitors the best base is Le Marais and Saint-Germain: Walk to the Louvre, Notre-Dame and the islands.

### What can we do between sessions at Japan Expo Paris?

Good short outings in Paris include Louvre guided tour with skip-the-line entry, Seine river cruise, Eiffel Tower summit access. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.

### What is there for kids and families near Japan Expo Paris?

Family-friendly picks: Seine river cruise, Versailles palace and gardens, Eiffel Tower summit access. Jardin d'Acclimatation playground and rides.

### How far is Paris Nord Villepinte from Paris centre?

About 18 km in a straight line. RER B to Parc des Expositions.

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