Kraków combines medieval nooks, green promenades and waterside landscapes — a great backdrop for short videos and photos even when you're out with a stroller. Many popular spots are close enough to plan a few-hour walk linking several "Instagram" frames without long transfers.
If you want to skip museums and paid attractions, this guide focuses on public spaces — streets, boulevards, mounds and parks offer strong visual effects, are free to visit and are generally stroller-friendly.
At the end of the article you'll find an FAQ, a list of common mistakes and recommendations for comfortable places to sit after your session — we recommend only tried-and-true, highly rated cafés and restaurants.
The Planty form a green ring around the Old Town and offer comfortable paved paths ideal for strolling with a stroller. The perspective of Floriańska Street with Florian Gate in the background is a universal frame that looks great in morning light or in the evening with illuminations.
Florian Gate and the adjacent sidewalks can get crowded, especially in high season. Choose early morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds and get clean frames. The Planty also have shaded benches perfect for resting with a little one.
Practical note: cobbled sections toward Kanonicza can be uneven — if your stroller has narrow wheels, stick to the main Planty paths.
Kanonicza is one of Kraków's most photogenic streets — historic townhouses, decorative doors and atmospheric café windows create a natural backdrop for portraits and short films. The Alley of Unfaithful Thomas is a tiny, charming spot that works well as a quick photographic pause.
Stroller accessibility: parts of the street are cobbled, so I recommend a light off-road stroller or a baby carrier for shorter sections. You'll also find places to rest nearby and Café Camelot — a good stop after an intense walk.
Common mistake: setting up gear in the middle of a narrow street — respect passersby and shop owners, and look for moments of lighter foot traffic.
The Small Market and the area around the Cloth Hall offer pastel façades and characteristic arcades that create an elegant vertical background (perfect for Reels and Stories). Detail shots of architecture work especially well with a nicely blurred background.
Accessibility: the Small Market has narrower lanes, but the walkways are paved — you can get around with a stroller without major problems, though avoid peak tourist hours at midday.
Photo tip: look for symmetry in the arcades and use soft morning light or golden hour for the best results.
Kazimierz is full of color: murals, stylish cafés and cobbled lanes give many creative framing options. Józefa Street and Wolnica Square are must-visits for a feed and short urban-climate videos.
Stroller access: many streets in Kazimierz are cobbled, but there are more comfortable side routes and squares you can navigate without trouble. Kazimierz also has plenty of places to eat — we recommend well-rated cafés and restaurants with family-friendly amenities.
Surprise: you don't have to stick to the most famous corners — less obvious courtyards and gardens often deliver quieter and more interesting shots.
The Vistula boulevards are a great place for photos with Wawel in the background. Wide, paved paths are very stroller-friendly and give plenty of space for shooting short clips.
The Father Bernatek Footbridge (the 'love locks' bridge) has gentle approaches and wide walkways — a good spot for sunset and romantic frames, as well as family photos with the river panorama.
Practical tip: the boulevards have many benches and places to rest; they're ideal for a picnic after your session. Weekends in season can be busier, but the wide paths make it easy to bypass groups.
Zakrzówek is one of the city's most surprising places: turquoise water and rocky shores create an exotic effect on camera. It's a must if you want a contrast between nature and urban scenery.
Accessibility: Zakrzówek is partly natural terrain and sometimes steep — not all sections are suitable for stroller access. If you're visiting with a child, choose official paths and viewpoints and avoid unprotected descents.
Safety: watch out for cliffs and stick to paved routes — don't risk shooting near edges. For families with small children, designated viewpoints and promenades are the safer options.
Krakus Mound offers a wide panorama of the city — a striking frame especially at sunrise or sunset. Although some approaches can be steep, many mounds have paved walkways or gentler paths.
Accessibility: some routes to the mounds may be challenging with a stroller; check in advance which path you'll take. If you prefer not to carry a stroller, consider a baby carrier or plan a shorter walk to a nearby viewpoint.
Tip: bring a blanket and a thermos — the views invite lingering.
The Barbican and Florian Gate are parts of medieval fortifications that look especially dramatic at night thanks to lighting. Empty alleys after dark can create very atmospheric shots.
Accessibility: the areas around the Gate and Barbican are paved, but finding an empty frame during peak hours is difficult. Traffic eases at night, but remember to think about safety and use a stable tripod if shooting long exposures.
Note: in the very center there are cobbled sections — prepare a stroller suitable for uneven surfaces or plan your session from the Planty, which give easy access to the illuminated areas.
Around the Old Town there are many small gardens and enclosed courtyards offering intimate and less crowded frames. These are great if you want quiet surroundings and natural light.
Accessibility: many courtyards have paved entrances, but some are private — respect signage and look for public or permitted spots.
Tip: search for green squares near Senacka, around the Archaeological Museum or the Small Market — these areas often have fewer people and attractive plant details.
After a session it's good to rest in a family-friendly place. Near Kanonicza we recommend Café Camelot — a cozy café with a warm interior. In Kazimierz you'll find many cafés and bistro-restaurants, including highly rated places serving homemade dishes and venues with changing facilities and easy entrances.
If you're looking for quick, tasty food near the Old Town, check out well-reviewed pizzerias and cafés. The Vistula boulevards and nearby areas also give plenty of space for a picnic if you prefer eating outdoors.
Logistics tip: many places have limited seating, so in season it's wise to reserve a table or choose less popular hours.
Parking in central Kraków requires planning — the Paid Parking Zone covers the area around the Old Town. The most convenient spots are large underground car parks by Galeria Krakowska and parking areas near Worcella and Basztowa. With a stroller it's often easier to park and continue on foot or by public transport.
Best times for photos are early morning (before 9:00) and late afternoon/golden hour. You'll avoid the biggest crowds and get soft, flattering light.
Always check the terrain before a session: Zakrzówek and the mounds have sections that are harder for a stroller. If you're filming with a tripod or extra gear, make sure you don't block walkways and follow basic safety rules.
The hunt for the "perfect shot" often leads to ignoring safety — don't position yourself on the edge of cliffs or enter clearly marked hazardous areas. At Zakrzówek and on urban slopes, stick to official routes.
Another common mistake is planning sessions during peak hours — the Market and Floriańska Street can be very crowded. For emptier frames choose weekdays or early hours.
Don't forget the child's comfort: bring snacks, water, a blanket and basic accessories. Short breaks and a comfortable place to feed or change will make the outing enjoyable for everyone.
Can you push a stroller everywhere in Kraków? Not everywhere. Most main boulevards, the Planty and squares have paved routes, but some historic streets and natural paths (Zakrzówek, mounds) can be more difficult — plan your route in advance.
Is it worth using a tripod in the center? Yes, but be careful not to block passages. In crowded places handheld shots or quick setups that don't impede people work better.
How to avoid parking fees? It's best to park outside the most central subzones and reach the Old Town by a short walk or public transport. The underground car park at Galeria Krakowska is a convenient option, especially with a stroller.
The Planty were created on the site of former defensive walls — when you walk them you're literally on the city's history, which pairs nicely with frames mixing nature and monuments.
The Barbican is one of the few medieval fortifications of its kind that survived in Europe — its night lighting produces truly theatrical photos.
Zakrzówek looks exotic but the terrain is natural and sometimes unprotected — what looks good on camera isn't always safe in reality.
If this article was helpful, share it with friends or on social media — it helps other families plan a comfortable trip to Kraków. If you'd like photographic routes off the main trails and to explore the city comfortably with a child, feel free to contact private guide Małgorzata Kasprowicz — you can find a contact form on zwiedzaniekrakowa.com.
Enjoy exploring and creating beautiful frames — Kraków has a lot to offer, even when you're traveling with a stroller!
