Experience history with fast-track entry and a guide fluent in your language!
Experience history with fast-track entry and a guide fluent in your language!
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Krakow
Begin your journey from Krakow, a vibrant Polish city steeped in history, that blends medieval charm with modern energy. From the stunning Main Square to the historic Wawel Castle, it offers a captivating mix of culture, architecture, and tradition.
66 km
90 minutes
1
Auschwitz I
Tickets included
Explore the 22 brick barracks that once held countless Holocaust victims. Visit Block 11, a chilling prison within the camp, known for its torture chambers and the first Zyklon B gas experiments.
3.2 km
10 minutes
2
Auschwitz II-Birkenau
Tickets included
Larger than Auschwitz I, this site stands as a stark reminder of Nazi atrocities. See the infamous train tracks, all serving as a powerful reminder of the Holocaust's scale.
3 km
10 minutes
3
Memorial
Tickets included
The Memorial provides a solemn space to honor and pay respects to the victims of this tragic and harrowing period in history.
66 km
90 minutes
4
Krakow
Hassle-free pick-up and drop-off make your Auschwitz-Birkenau visit effortless.
Hassle-free pick-up and drop-off make your Auschwitz-Birkenau visit effortless.
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Krakow
From Krakow, a city rich in history, your journey leads to the Auschwitz camp, a powerful reminder of the Holocaust, where the past is preserved for reflection and remembrance.
66 km
90 minutes
1
Auschwitz-Birkenau
Tickets included
Auschwitz, the largest Nazi concentration camp, was founded in 1940 near Oświęcim. Over 1.5 million victims from 28 nations perished here. In 1979, it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserving Holocaust history.
80.8 km
67 minutes
2
Wieliczka Salt Mine
Tickets included
A local guide will take you through breathtaking salt chambers, revealing original sculptures and historic miners' workplaces that highlight the mine’s rich, storied history.
12.4 km
24 minutes
3
Krakow
Hassle-free pick-up, language choices, and a perfect trip for history lovers!
Hassle-free pick-up, language choices, and a perfect trip for history lovers!
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Krakow
Krakow, Poland's cultural heart, is a city where history and charm meet. From the stunning Wawel Castle to the historic Main Market Square, explore medieval streets, vibrant cafes, and rich traditions. A UNESCO World Heritage site, Krakow offers a mix of old-world beauty and modern energy.
69.4 km
85 minutes
1
Auschwitz-Birkenau
Tickets included
En route to Auschwitz-Birkenau, watch an informative documentary about the horrors of Nazi rule. With a professional guide, explore the ruins of crematoria, gas chambers, and the railway platform, gaining a powerful understanding of the Holocaust and the tragic history of survival and loss.
78.9 km
80 minutes
2
Oskar Schindler’s Factory
Tickets included
The tour continues to the original site of Oskar Schindler’s enamel factory, now a museum that chronicles Krakow's history during the war. Learn about Schindler’s remarkable story, as he risked everything to save over a thousand Jews from the horrors of the Nazi regime.
3.1 km
11 minutes
3
Krakow
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Warsaw
Begin your journey in Warsaw, a city steeped in history and resilience. From here, you'll travel to the Auschwitz camp, a poignant site that honors the victims of the Holocaust.
326 km
3 hours
1
Auschwitz I
Tickets included
Explore the haunting barracks, gas chambers, and exhibits, gaining insight into the atrocities of the Holocaust while paying tribute to the victims of this tragic period.
3.2 km
10 minutes
2
Auschwitz II-Birkenau
Tickets included
Explore the watchtowers overseeing the camp, view exhibits of personal belongings, photos, and documents, and learn about the camp’s liberation, resistance movements, and inhumane experiments.
326 km
3 hours
3
Warsaw
Effortless pick-up, flexible language tours, and a must-book for curious travelers.
Effortless pick-up, flexible language tours, and a must-book for curious travelers.
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Katowice
Katowice, renowned for its vibrant cultural scene and mining history, will be the starting point of your journey to the Auschwitz camp.
36.9 km
43 minutes
1
Auschwitz I
Tickets included
The original camp, now a museum, offers a powerful journey through preserved buildings. Encounter haunting exhibits, including victims' belongings, photographs, and documents, revealing the Holocaust's grim reality.
3.2 km
10 minutes
2
Auschwitz II-Birkenau
Tickets included
The chilling extermination camp serves as a stark reminder of genocide. Explore the remains of gas chambers, crematoria, and overcrowded barracks while your guide shares poignant stories of WWII’s horrors.
36.9 km
43 minutes
3
Katowice
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Krakow to Auschwitz distance: 71 km
Travel duration: 1.5 - 2 hours
Best time to visit Auschwitz: Plan your visit early morning on a weekday between March-May or September-November for pleasant weather and less crowd.
Auschwitz hours:
Go for: Fast-track entry tickets
Guide: Official Auschwitz-Birkenau guide
Recommended ticket:
Go for: Combo tickets
Guide: Expert guide in English, Spanish, or Italian
Recommended ticket:
Combo: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour from Krakow with Optional Lunch
Go for: Small group guided tour tickets
Guide: English-speaking local guide
Recommended ticket:
Small Group Guided Tour of Auschwitz & Birkenau with Transfers from Krakow
Go for: Guided tours with transfers
Guide: Expert guide in multiple languages
Recommended ticket:
Auschwitz Guided Tour with Transfers from Meeting Point & Optional Lunch
Guided Tour of Auschwitz with Hotel Transfers from Krakow Center
Guided Tour of Auschwitz with Lunch & Hotel Pick-Up from Krakow Center
Auschwitz I, the main camp, is where it all began. Here, you'll find chilling exhibits, including prisoner barracks, the infamous "Arbeit Macht Frei" gate, poignant artifacts, and the heart-wrenching Wall of Death.
Auschwitz I Concentration CampAuschwitz II-Birkenau, the larger camp, is a sprawling complex of barracks and watchtowers. It holds the infamous train tracks, remains of destroyed gas chambers and crematoria, and more.
Auschwitz II-Birkenau Concentration CampThe Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial encompasses both camps. It serves as a powerful educational center with exhibitions, archives, and collections that tell the stories of the victims and survivors of the Holocaust.
Auschwitz MuseumClosed on: January 1, December 25, and Easter Sunday
Best time to visit: Try visiting Auschwitz on weekdays in the off peak seasons of spring (March-May) or autumn (September-November).
Auschwitz Opening HoursAddress: Ofiar Faszyzmu 12, 32-600 Brzezinka, Poland
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Getting to Auschwitz from Krakow:
You can book your Krakow to Auschwitz tours online.
Yes, please carry a valid photo ID with your ticket voucher to gain swift entry to Auschwitz. Your passport works as a valid ID proof.
Depending on the tickets that you purchase, the Auschwitz to Krakow tours can take between 3.5 to 11 hours.
Yes, Krakow to Auschwitz tours are available in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German.
You can reach Auschwitz from Krakow via public transportation such as bus and train or via car. Find more information about how to get to Auschwitz here.
Krakow is approximately 71 km away from Auschwitz.
The best Auschwitz tour from Krakow depends on your preferences. You can book the fast-track entry guided tour if you are short on time, a guided combo tour if you want to explore beyond Auschwitz, or a small group guided tour if you want to have a personalized experience.