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Krakow Urban Tours' Private Pin-Hole Photography Workshop - Kraków

Krakow Urban Tours' Private Pin-Hole Photography Workshop

Krakowmoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

3–4 hours

Fitness Level

No special fitness required; comfortable walking and light handling of camera gear.

Overview

Discover the ancient art of pinhole photography in Krakow with a hands-on workshop that marries creativity, history, and local culture. Create your own camera obscura and develop captivating images as you wander through the city's historic streets.

Photography Tour
Kraków, Województwo małopolskie

PRIVATE Pin-Hole Workshop - Photographic Journey Through Time

From €149 • All ages • 3 hours long • Capture historic Krakow with a handmade camera

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About This Adventure

Experience Kraków like never before by becoming an artist for a day! Learn the art of pinhole photography with a local guide, create your own camera obscura, and develop stunning images. Enjoy traditional Polish delicacies at hidden cafés, making this a memorable journey through the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A unique way to experience local life in Kraków is to become an artist for a day.

Rates

Starting from €149 (All ages)

Duration

3 hours

Highlights

  • Travel back in time to the era of analogue photography and get a unique snapshot of Krakow to take home
  • Learn the technique of pinhole photography with a passionate local guide and photographer
  • Make your own camera obscura and develop a postcard-perfect image as a unique keepsake of your day
  • Taste some traditional Polish delicacies in local spots away from the tourist trail

About

A unique way to experience local life in Kraków, the most artistic of Polish cities, is to become an artist for a day. Join our passionate photographer and guides, who are founders of an artistic group called Polish Obscura, and travel back in time to capture historic Krakow as they would have done in the late 19th century, with a handmade camera. You will be guided to some breathtaking spots, many of which will be off the main tourist trail, and your photographer guide will teach you how to take an interesting shot. You’ll even develop the image yourself in an old-school dark room — how’s that for a quirky and original souvenir to take home?! Oh and we’ll throw in a couple of stops at our favourite local cafés to try some Polish treats along the way too!

This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.

Schedule details

In front of the house at Mały Rynek 4 (4 Small Market Square, Old Town).

Your guide will be wearing something red with the Urban Adventures logo printed on it.

Starting time: 11.00 AM

Ending point: Mały Rynek 4 (4 Small Market Square, Old Town

Adventure Tips

Bring a notebook

Take notes during the workshop to remember camera setup tips and developing techniques.

Dress comfortably

You'll be processing images and walking through the city, so wear comfortable shoes and clothing.

Plan for sunlight

Schedule your session during daylight hours to maximize your pinhole photography results.

Visit during good weather

Clear, sunny days will enhance your ability to shoot striking images with your pinhole camera.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • City pigeons
  • Sparrows in historic alleys

History

Krakow’s long-standing artistic community has historically embraced experimental forms of visual arts, making it a perfect setting for pinhole photography.

Conservation

The activity emphasizes low-impact, manual photography techniques that align with sustainable practices by reducing reliance on electronic equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Necessary for walking through historic streets and city alleys comfortably.

Notebook and pen

Helpful for jotting down settings, notes, and ideas during the workshop.

Weather-appropriate clothing

Essential

Stay comfortable whether it's sun, rain, or cold, especially when outdoors.

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Camera and film or digital camera

Participants bring their own camera to create images; some workshops provide cameras for use.