Photo Booths in The Castro
San Francisco, California, United States
Celebratory, community-focused, historic LGBTQ+ neighborhood, vibrant nightlife
About The Castro
The Castro, San Francisco's historic LGBTQ+ neighborhood, features photo booths in its lively bars, community spaces, and local businesses. The neighborhood's celebratory spirit makes every photo booth session a joyful experience.
The Castro Photo Booth Map
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Photo Booths in The Castro
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710 Collective - Club Photomatica
San Francisco, United States
Classic Photo Booth at San Francisco Exploratorium
San Francisco, United States
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de Young Museum
San Francisco, United States
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Musée Mécanique - Analog Booth
San Francisco, United States
Vintage analog (identify by location: back by window)
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Musee’ Mecanique Vintage Arcade
San Francisco, United States
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Photo Booth Museum San Francisco
San Francisco, United States
Various vintage brands
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The Photo Booth Museum
San Francisco, United States
Multiple vintage models
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many analog photo booths are there in The Castro, San Francisco?
58 analog booths in The Castro, San Francisco on Booth Beacon right now, 58 of them confirmed working the last time we or a visitor checked. New ones get added as they're found and dead ones get marked, so the number moves.
How much does a photo booth strip cost in The Castro, San Francisco?
$3 to $30 for a strip of four, based on the booths listed here. 5 booths are free. That's from the 6 listings with a confirmed price; the rest post it on the machine.
Do the photo booths in The Castro, San Francisco take cards, or is it cash only?
Of the 58 listed: 7 take cash and card, 2 take card only, 49 are listed as cash only. Old analog booths are coin-op by default, so a few coins never hurt. Each booth page says which.
Are the photo booths in The Castro, San Francisco black-and-white or colour?
25 black-and-white, 1 colour, 9 that do either, and 23 we haven't confirmed. All of them are real film developed inside the machine — no digital prints on this site.
What kind of photo booth machines are in The Castro, San Francisco?
Fotoautomat. The booth pages say which machine each one is, where we know.
Do I need to book a photo booth in The Castro, San Francisco?
No. These are coin-op booths inside shops, bars, stations and markets — you walk up and use them whenever the venue is open. None of the booths listed here are hire services.
How up to date is the list of photo booths in The Castro, San Francisco?
58 of the 58 listings were checked in the last year; the most recent was Oct 8, 2026. Each booth page shows its own date. If you've been more recently, mark it visited — that's how the list stays honest.
What if a photo booth in The Castro, San Francisco is out of order when I get there?
It happens with machines this old. Each booth page lists the nearest alternatives, and a quick "Report an issue" from you flags it for the next person.
I know an analog booth in The Castro, San Francisco that isn't listed — how do I add it?
Use "Submit a booth" and give us the venue, the street address and, if you can, a photo of the machine. We check every submission before it goes live.
Where are photo booths in the Castro?
The Castro's photo booths are found in its famous bars and community venues along Castro Street and upper Market Street. Many are in iconic establishments with rich history.
Are Castro photo booths LGBTQ+ friendly?
Absolutely! The Castro is one of the most welcoming neighborhoods in the world. All venues with photo booths are inclusive and celebratory spaces.
How do I get to the Castro?
The Castro MUNI Metro station (K, L, M lines) drops you right in the neighborhood center. MUNI bus line 33 also serves the area.