Paris is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and one of the biggest tourist destinations as well. People from all over the globe come to Paris to have their dream holidays. They spend a lot of time, they spend many days in the city and you actually need a lot of days to fully enjoy the city’s sights. The Louvre Museum alone requires multiple days in order to see even half of it. But what if you only have one night in Paris? Can you do something fun and build memories forever? Well, in this post, we will talk just about that. We will talk about things to do in and around Paris when you only have one night in Paris. Let’s get started.

1 Night in Paris: Things to Do

One night in a Parisian cabin

Have you always dreamed of having a treehouse when you were a child? So disobey your parents and go to Cabanes de La Tour, which welcomes you in the forest of Pocancy in Janville sur Juine.

You will feel in the middle of a fairy tale in these cabins perched in the trees, where you will enjoy the beauty of the vegetation and the song of the birds. Difficult to come back to earth after a night at 7 meters above the ground.

And if your explorer spirit is reborn, you can discover the nearby Château de Chamarande, access the many hiking trails, and, if you’re lucky, meet deer that frequent the area.

45 minutes from Paris and accessible by RER C, take out your keys or your Navigo Pass, you don’t even have the excuse of traffic jams.

One night in a Parisian bubble

This time around, we won’t blame you for being in your bubble.

In a 100% natural setting, come and sleep with your head in the stars, suspended several meters from the ground. Between 2 and 20 meters, you will find the bubble adapted to your desires. 

At the heart of a 4 hectare adventure park, you can access all kinds of activities for young and old. For those with the soul of an adventurer, the area is full of outdoor activities. And before leaving, pass by Jean Cocteau’s house, just 5 kilometers away.

After the effort, the small homemade dishes made with love by the host and with local products will comfort you. 

One night on a Parisian barge

You don’t need to have sea legs to feel like the captain of this boat. Imagine having breakfast on a sunny terrace, surrounded by water, trees and lulled by the gentle lapping of the waves. You are not already under the spell. Yet we are. 

And we are right: this authentic Dutch barge EDEN offers all the comforts of a hotel, plus a change of scenery.

And as we know that you are great lovers of hiking, this barge is located near Fontainebleau, where you can find the beautiful landscapes of the forest, on foot or even by bike. 

One night in a Parisian trailer

Let your mind wander along the country lanes. Travel lovers, get on board a trailer for a getaway. Find your backpack travel memories and embark for a night in a bohemian atmosphere, at the Domaine des Tuileries, in Salins. 

This hut placed on the ground is a good alternative for those who do not really know how to deal with a horse. Embark on an overnight stroll away from the noise of the city. 

The caravans are equipped with a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom. 

This comfortable area has a heated swimming pool and a spa for adults, as well as a play area and trampolines for children, for a comfortable weekend that will please everyone. 

One night in an American style tipi

The American West is just 40 minutes from Paris. You read that right, the Creux du Chêne Nature Area welcomes you to play Indians for a night, offering you to sleep in a real Tipi! 

With family or friends, this unusual accommodation can accommodate up to 6 people in a decor inspired by Native American culture.

This wooded area offers many activities, but if you want to spend an unusual weekend to the end, opt for the dog sledding activity, for a 1.5 hour walk in the forest of Fontainebleau. 

Accessible and original, this stay will allow you to create memories to tell at the next evenings with friends.

One night in a hut

If you can’t decide between a tent and a cabin, Camping Huttopia’s hut is the ideal solution. 

Enjoy the comfort of a fully equipped wooden cabin, and the pleasure of sleeping in a tent upstairs! Located in a 3-star campsite in the middle of the forest and equipped with a heated swimming pool, you will almost forget that you are 20 minutes from Paris. 

Mountain biking, carriage rides, hikes, visits, and many family activities await you thanks to the Palace of Versailles and the neighboring forests located near the campsite. 

One night in a pod

So no, this cabin is not sponsored by Apple. It is not connected either; or maybe with nature! This charming little cabin with minimalist decor is 100% eco-responsible and built from natural materials and insulation.

Located a stone’s throw from Fontainebleau, the Tuileries area offers a multitude of activities for young and old. 

One night in a Canadian tent

Everything is gathered in this nice little trapper’s tent in Rambouillet: originality, design and comfort! 

Inspired by the trappers’ habitats of the Far North, this tent is sure to seduce you for a weekend, or for a week if you feel like it. 

A good opportunity to take a good breath of fresh air, to wake up to the song of the birds, all in optimal comfort. 

A night in a small Parisian house

Because everything that is small is cute, enjoy this tiny 18 square metre house, in the countryside, and yet 40 minutes from Paris. 

It has something to remind you of your first studio apartment, however this house has all the necessary comfort to spend a pleasant and unusual night, being close to nature. Established on its independent land of over 100 square metres, you can enjoy the sunny terrace and a good barbecue with friends or family. 

One night in a cabin in the center of Paris

If you have no time to drive anywhere for one night in Paris, this cabin is situated right in the heart of the city. This time, no more excuses for the travel time. At 9 Hotel Montparnasse, in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, is a small rustic wooden cabin surrounded by greenery. A green roof, light wood cabin, chestnut wood interior, and red cedar exterior, everything is there to give you the impression of being in an authentic country lodge. 

If you want to combine the cocooning atmosphere of an unusual room and the calm of the private garden, this cabin is made for you.

So these were the best places for you to visit if you have just one night in Paris. So if you only have that much time to spend there, try one of these places out.