moderate
3–4 hours
No special fitness required; comfortable walking and light handling of camera gear.
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.
From €149 • All ages • 3 hours long • Capture historic Krakow with a handmade camera
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.
Starting from €149 (All ages)
3 hours
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.
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
Take notes during the workshop to remember camera setup tips and developing techniques.
You'll be processing images and walking through the city, so wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
Schedule your session during daylight hours to maximize your pinhole photography results.
Clear, sunny days will enhance your ability to shoot striking images with your pinhole camera.
Krakow’s long-standing artistic community has historically embraced experimental forms of visual arts, making it a perfect setting for pinhole photography.
The activity emphasizes low-impact, manual photography techniques that align with sustainable practices by reducing reliance on electronic equipment.
Necessary for walking through historic streets and city alleys comfortably.
Helpful for jotting down settings, notes, and ideas during the workshop.
Stay comfortable whether it's sun, rain, or cold, especially when outdoors.
all specific
Participants bring their own camera to create images; some workshops provide cameras for use.