Palais de Tokyo Paris

by Sandy Joe Karpetz | Jun . 9 . 2011 | Art + Design, Europe, France, Travel

One of my must-do’s in Paris is the Palais de Tokyo. Not only does it have awe-inspiring art exhibitions but there is an old timey chemical photobooth which I have visited on multiple occasions. The gift shop is stacked with hard to find magazines, incredible coffee table books, and arty postcards. Browsing museum gift shops is a small pleasure of mine and Paris has no shortage of them.

FOTOAUTOMAT

Whenever I see a chemical film photobooth in my travels, I always have to stop. Fotoautomat booths are tucked away in random corners across Europe. I’ve had the pleasure of stumbling across them in Berlin, London, and Paris. Each and every time it’s a welcomed surprise. And a sweet souvenir of haphazard travel.

Behind the Palais

The backside of the building, overlooking the Seine and the Eiffel Tower is a hot spot for skateboarders – we kept joking about grabbing our boards and shredding the gnar palais, but we’re all talk. These days my bones are essentially made of dust so it’s probably for the best. However, this is an excellent spot for picnics, people watching, and overall ambience.

WHERE TO FIND PALAIS DE TOKYO PARIS

Walking back from the Palais de Tokyo we passed by a little phallic landmark you might recognize. (Of course there had to be gratuitous shots of the Eiffel Tower, after all we WERE in Paris. Right?) Though I need to send a memo to the photographer to not make me footless next time.

photographs - sandy joe karpetz

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katie on June 9, 2011 at 2:27 pm
looks like a great time! i love your photos 🙂
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Courtney Erin on June 9, 2011 at 2:28 pm
You got so many awesome photos – color me jealous of your Parisan adventures!
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Bonnie on June 9, 2011 at 5:34 pm
I love these pictures. I can live vicariously through your awesomeness.
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Sarah on June 9, 2011 at 6:21 pm
I'm so jealous that you're in Paris, I've always wanted to go. Love the photo with the eiffel tower.
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Marie a la Mode on June 9, 2011 at 6:21 pm
Very cool photos! Love the Eiffel Tower…
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Gabrielle on June 10, 2011 at 1:41 am
I remember I visited there too! I never saw the photo booth, that looks so cool!!
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LCR on June 10, 2011 at 5:32 am
your trip is looking just wonderful! Love in the post below that the market guys gave you a rose:) Your photos are beautiful.
xo L
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dina vanessa mercado on June 10, 2011 at 9:35 am
love your photos! great pics! your blog is awesome!
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SoL Sia on June 10, 2011 at 8:54 pm
hi sweetie! i love your blog! 😉 and you look so beautiful.. love your outfits and photos.. 🙂 i followed you..
really hoping you visit my blog too and follow back.. 🙂
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W. on June 10, 2011 at 9:06 pm
your pictures are amazing! effel tower is next to me everyday but i still find her soooooooo amazing!
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ChinkyGirLMeL on June 11, 2011 at 9:04 am
OMG! I've always dreamed of going there. I love your photos!
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