Venue info & essentials
We want to ensure you have everything you need for a smooth and stress-free experience. From transport options and where to buy tickets to nearby supermarkets, pharmacies, and great places to eat, this guide is designed to help you navigate the area with ease. Whether you need last-minute essentials or a good meal before or after competition, everything you need is just a short walk away.
Transport Options:
Metro: Porte de Versailles station on Line 12 is adjacent to the expo center, providing direct access to central Paris.
Tram: Lines T2 and T3a have stops at Porte de Versailles, facilitating connections to various parts of the city.
Bus: Several bus lines, including 80 and 39, serve the area around the expo center.
Parking: For those driving, parking facilities are available at the expo center. Additionally, nearby options like the Zenpark Porte de Versailles - Paris Expo car park offer convenient alternatives.
Purchasing Public Transport Tickets:
As of January 2025, the Île-de-France region has introduced a simplified fare system:
Single Journey Tickets: A flat fare of €2.50 for metro, RER, and train journeys, and €2 for bus and tram rides, irrespective of distance.
Navigo Easy Pass: A reusable smart card that can be loaded with single tickets or daily/weekly passes.
Where to Buy Tickets:
Ticket Machines: Available at all metro, RER, and tram stations.
Sales Counters: Located in major stations and some bus terminals.
Authorized Retailers: Look for shops displaying the RATP sign, such as certain tobacconists and newsagents.
Mobile Apps: Tickets can be purchased and stored digitally via the official RATP app.
Supermarkets:
Carrefour City: Located at 2 Rue Ernest Renan, approximately a 5-minute walk from the expo center.
Monoprix: Situated at 52 Boulevard Victor, about a 7-minute walk away.
Chemists (Pharmacies):
Pharmacie de la Porte de Versailles: Found at 4 Place de la Porte de Versailles, just a 3-minute walk from the venue.
Pharmacie Internationale: Located at 273 Rue de Vaugirard, approximately a 15-minute walk away.
Restaurants/Cafés:
Pedzouille La Grange: A rooftop restaurant atop the Novotel Paris Porte de Versailles at 4 Avenue de la Porte de la Plaine, directly adjacent to the expo center, making it a convenient 2-minute walk. They offer a unique French dining experience.
Mama Restaurant Paris West: Located at 20 Avenue de la Porte de la Plaine, about a 5-minute walk from the expo center. This restaurant serves international cuisine with a rooftop terrace.
L'Atelier du Parc: Situated at 35 Boulevard Lefebvre, approximately a 7-minute walk away. This restaurant offers French and European dishes in a modern setting.
Le Un: Found at 1 Rue Lefebvre, around a 5-minute walk from the venue. They specialize in French cuisine with a contemporary twist.
Oh! Popotes: Located at 19 Boulevard Lefebvre, about a 6-minute walk away. This spot offers traditional French dishes in a cozy atmosphere.
Rosé: Situated at 4 Avenue de la Porte de la Plaine, directly adjacent to the expo center, making it a convenient 2-minute walk. Rosé offers Mediterranean-inspired cuisine in a soothing decor interspersed with shrubs.