Photo: Andrii IVASKO (Neodaan) / Google MapsSILMO Paris 2027 Hotels
SILMO Paris 2027 runs 24 to 27 September at Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre, Paris. 33,688 professionals (2025)
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Where to stay for SILMO Paris 2027: the closest hotels to Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre are in Paris Nord 2 / Villepinte and Roissy / CDG area, with Le Bourget a short ride away. Rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised company invoice.
SILMO Paris, the international optics and eyewear fair, runs at Paris Nord Villepinte from Friday 24 to Monday 27 September 2027. The 2025 edition welcomed 33,688 professionals, 52% of them from outside France, with more than 900 companies across 75,000 m² of exhibition space. Admission is free for opticians and optical professionals, while manufacturers and other participants pay a fee. Choosing where to stay is a trade off between fair access and evenings: Villepinte and the Roissy CDG area put you closest to the halls, while central Paris near Gare du Nord is a longer RER B ride but better for dinners and showroom appointments in the city. Commute times are not equal, so pick the base that matches your days. This page shows live hotel rates near the exhibition centre and along the RER B line for your dates, so you can compare SILMO Paris hotels and book flexible rates.
Popular areas for attendees: Paris Nord 2 / Villepinte · Roissy / CDG area · Le Bourget · Central Paris (Gare du Nord).
- Paris hotels for SILMO sorted by distance to Paris Nord Villepinte, from the exhibition centre and CDG area to central Paris
- Live rates for 24 to 27 September 2027, with check-in and check-out dates you can change for stand build or extra appointments
- Free cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while your meetings firm up
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Event at a glance
- Dates
- 24 Sept to 27 Sept 2027
- Venue
- Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre
- City
- Paris, France
- Airport
- CDG
- Attendance
- 33,688 professionals (2025)
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Rates shown for the event window, Thu, Sep 23 → Tue, Sep 28 (arrive the day before, leave the day after), or choose your own dates above.
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Where should you eat during SILMO Paris?
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles sits in the 15th arrondissement, with plenty of honest bistros within walking distance and the Villepinte fairground reachable by RER B to the north. Reserve dinner tables; many good kitchens serve only one seating.
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Photo: Le Cinq / Google MapsLe Cinq
French haute cuisine
8th arr., Four Seasons George V (~6km north of Porte de Versailles)
Opulent gastronomic dining room off the Champs-Elysees, the benchmark for a high-stakes client dinner in Paris.
Tip: Jacket expected; the set lunch is a comparative bargain for the experience.
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Photo: Sharon Chung-Thibault / Google MapsLe Casse-Noix
French bistro
15th arr., near Porte de Versailles / Bir-Hakeim
A warm, no-nonsense neighbourhood bistro doing classic seasonal French cooking near the expo. A dependable mid-range dinner close to the halls.
Tip: Book ahead - it's small and popular with locals.
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Photo: Galina C / Google MapsL'Antre Amis
Modern French
15th arr., Avenue de Segur (~1.5km from Porte de Versailles)
Refined, contemporary market cooking in an intimate room - a step up from a standard bistro without tipping into formal. Good for a relaxed working dinner.
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Photo: La Coupole / Google MapsLa Coupole
Grand brasserie
Montparnasse, 14th arr. (~4km from Porte de Versailles)
A vast, historic Art Deco brasserie serving oysters, steak tartare and classic seafood platters late into the night. Great theatre for a larger group.
Tip: Open late daily; ideal after an evening event when other kitchens have closed.
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Photo: Radosław Chałupczak / Google MapsBouillon Pigalle
Traditional French
18th arr., Pigalle (~8km north; RER/Metro)
A revived 'bouillon' serving hearty French classics at remarkably low prices. Perfect for an inexpensive, authentic solo or team meal.
Tip: No reservations - go early or expect a queue.
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Photo: Café de Flore / Google MapsCafe de Flore
Historic Parisian cafe
Saint-Germain-des-Pres, 6th arr. (~5km from Porte de Versailles)
The quintessential Left Bank literary cafe, best for a coffee, croissant and people-watching before or between meetings. More about the ritual than the menu.
Tip: Terrace seats cost a premium but are the whole point.
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Client dinner, team night out or a free day after SILMO Paris: bookable experiences in Paris, same account, same checkout.
While you're in Paris
From PSG at the Parc des Princes to Roland-Garros and rugby at the Stade de France, Paris keeps a full sporting and cultural calendar.
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)
France's marquee football club, playing Ligue 1 and Champions League nights at the Parc des Princes, close to Porte de Versailles.
Find ticketsRoland-Garros (French Open)
The clay-court Grand Slam in the 16th arrondissement, one of the hottest tickets of the Paris spring.
Find ticketsFrance rugby at Stade de France
Six Nations internationals and major matches at the 80,000-seat national stadium in Saint-Denis, north of the city.
Find ticketsStade de France concerts
The national stadium doubles as France's premier summer stadium-concert venue for global touring acts.
Find ticketsParis Fashion Week
Twice-yearly ready-to-wear shows that take over venues across the city; most runway shows are invitation-only.
Find ticketsFixtures recur each season; exact dates for your fair week are confirmed at ticket search.
How do you get to SILMO Paris?
From CDG (Paris Charles de Gaulle)
- RER B runs from both airport terminals to Parc des Expositions station, two stops and roughly 10 minutes; the station is directly opposite the exhibition centre entrance
- A taxi from CDG takes 15-20 minutes off peak; the trip is metered, as the fixed city fares only apply to central Paris, not Villepinte
- Check the platform boards before boarding the RER B: some airport services run express and skip Parc des Expositions
- Uber and Bolt operate at CDG, but on busy fair mornings the RER is usually faster than the airport pickup queues
From central Paris and Gare du Nord
- RER B northbound from Gare du Nord, Châtelet-Les Halles or Denfert-Rochereau reaches Parc des Expositions in about 25-30 minutes
- Île-de-France uses a flat 2.50 euro train and metro fare region wide; load tickets on a Navigo Easy card or your phone
- Eurostar arrivals at Gare du Nord can reach the venue in about half an hour without changing lines
- Driving is not worth it: the A1 and A104 around Villepinte jam badly on show mornings and on site parking fills early
How do you get around during SILMO Paris?
Getting to Paris Nord Villepinte daily
- RER B is the only rail link: trains between 8:30 and 10:00 are packed, so travel early if you have morning meetings
- The station sits directly at the entrance plaza; from train door to badge scan is usually under 10 minutes outside the peak crush
- At the 6:30 pm close expect long ride hail queues and surge pricing; many visitors ride the RER two stops to CDG and pick up a taxi there
- The halls are numbered along one long axis, so allow time to walk between halls when planning back to back stand meetings
Around Paris
- A Navigo Easy card or the Île-de-France Mobilités app covers metro, RER, tram and bus at the flat 2.50 euro rail fare; airport station journeys cost more
- Licensed G7 taxis can be booked by app and are plentiful at mainline stations, though evening traffic near Gare du Nord is slow
- Late September is a busy time for Paris restaurants, so book client dinners ahead
- If you stay near CDG, note the RER B stops running around midnight; late dinners in the city need a taxi budget back
Do you need a visa for SILMO Paris?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- Citizens of around 60 countries (including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, the UAE and most of Latin America) enter France visa free for up to 90 days in any 180 day period
- All visa free visitors are registered biometrically under the EU Entry/Exit System (EES) at the border, so allow extra time on first entry
- Check shortly before you travel whether the EU's ETIAS pre-travel authorisation has started for visa exempt nationals
eVisa / visa required
- Nationals of China, India, South Africa, Turkey, and most of Africa, the Middle East and South East Asia need a short stay Schengen (type C) visa before travel
- Apply through France-Visas and the local visa centre (TLScontact or VFS); appointments in peak months can take weeks, and applications open up to six months before travel
- SILMO provides an official invitation letter form when you request your visitor badge online; exhibitors find it in their exhibitor area
Documents to carry
- Passport valid at least three months beyond your departure from the Schengen area and issued within the last ten years
- Your SILMO badge confirmation, plus any invitation letter from an exhibitor or the organiser
- Proof of accommodation and a return or onward ticket: border officers can ask for both even from visa free travellers
Entry rules change frequently; confirm current requirements with the French embassy or the official France-Visas portal before booking.
First time at SILMO Paris?
- SILMO opens Friday to Monday from 9:00 am to 6:30 pm, and one badge covers all four days
- Visitor registration was not yet open when we checked; register your interest on the official site and request your badge online once it opens
- Use the cloakroom on site if you arrive with luggage on your travel day
- International visitors have a dedicated service and rest area called Club International
- Plan your route by hall and book key brand appointments before you arrive
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Stay near Villepinte or CDG if your days are all about the halls; stay in central Paris if your evenings are full of dinners and showroom visits
- Travel to the fair before 8:30 am to beat the busiest RER B trains
- The weekend days and Monday can feel different on the floor, so ask exhibitors when their buyers are busiest
- The organiser lists partner hotels at preferential rates; we are independent and not affiliated with SILMO, and show a wider range of hotels near the venue and in Paris
SILMO Paris travel FAQs
Where is SILMO Paris held?
SILMO Paris is held at Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre in Paris, France. The nearest airport is CDG.
When and where is SILMO Paris 2027?
SILMO Paris 2027 runs from Friday 24 to Monday 27 September 2027 at Paris Nord Villepinte, ZAC Paris Nord 2, 93420 Villepinte, open 9:00 am to 6:30 pm each day.
Where should I stay for SILMO Paris?
Villepinte and the Roissy CDG area are closest to the halls, with CDG two RER B stops from Parc des Expositions. Le Bourget sits between the venue and the city, and central Paris near Gare du Nord is about 25-30 minutes by RER B, better for evening appointments.
How do I get to Paris Nord Villepinte?
Take RER B to Parc des Expositions station, directly opposite the exhibition centre entrance. Some airport trains run express and skip the station, so check the platform boards.
Is SILMO Paris open to the public?
SILMO is a professional fair. Entry is free for opticians and optical professionals, while manufacturers and other participants pay a fee set by the organiser.
Can I change the hotel dates?
Yes. You can change the check-in and check-out dates in the hotel search to cover stand build, all four fair days or extra nights in Paris.
Can you help with SILMO exhibitor accommodation for a team?
Yes. Send us your group size and dates through the enquiry form and we will reply with a team quote within 24 hours.
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Which hotels are closest to Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre?
The closest hotels to the venue with the distance, the walk or ride time and an indicative nightly rate, refreshed weekly. Live prices for your exact dates are in the booking section above. Last checked 25 October 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campanile PRIME - Le Blanc Mesnil★★★ | 4.6 km | ~16 min ride | €74 |
| Hôtel du Parc★★★ | 4.9 km | ~17 min ride | €79 |
More hotels close to Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Tulip Villepinte Roissy — Parc Des Expositions Hotel★★★★ | 0.3 km | ~4 min walk | €484 |
| Hyatt Place Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport★★★★ | 1.5 km | ~7 min ride | €239 |
| Hyatt House Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport★★★★ | 1.5 km | ~7 min ride | €249 |
| Novotel Suites Paris CDG Airport Villepinte★★★★ | 1.8 km | ~7 min ride | €207 |
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