Krakow to Auschwitz tour

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Expert guides. Unique insights.
Expert guides. Unique insights.
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Tours in english
Skip-the-line access
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Gate with 'arbeit macht frei' on it
Tracks leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Railway wagon leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Group of people visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau museum during daytime, Krakow
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
Group of tourists at Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Auschwitz-Birkenau museum during daytime, Krakow
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
Gate with 'arbeit macht frei' on it
Tracks leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Railway wagon leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Group of people visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau museum during daytime, Krakow
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
Group of tourists at Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Auschwitz-Birkenau museum during daytime, Krakow
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
Gate with 'arbeit macht frei' on it
Tracks leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Railway wagon leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Group of people visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau museum during daytime, Krakow
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
Group of tourists at Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Auschwitz-Birkenau museum during daytime, Krakow
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
4.3(9.7K)

From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers

from
zł142
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket
7 hr. - 7 hr. 30 min.
Transfers included

Hassle-free pick-up and drop-off make your Auschwitz-Birkenau visit effortless.

  • Embark on a full-day guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, perfect for those seeking a deep historical experience with convenient transfers from Krakow.
  • With an insightful narrative from a licensed guide, available in multiple languages, enrich your understanding of history.
  • Comfortable round-trip AC transfers from Krakow are included, eliminating any travel hassles and ensuring a seamless experience.
  • Take a walk through Auschwitz I's brick barracks and Auschwitz II's vast concentration camp, each echoing grim tales from the past.
  • Tailor your experience with ticket options including the guide’s language choice and an optional lunchbox for added convenience during this exploration.

Hassle-free pick-up and drop-off make your Auschwitz-Birkenau visit effortless.

  • Embark on a full-day guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, perfect for those seeking a deep historical experience with convenient transfers from Krakow.
  • With an insightful narrative from a licensed guide, available in multiple languages, enrich your understanding of history.
  • Comfortable round-trip AC transfers from Krakow are included, eliminating any travel hassles and ensuring a seamless experience.
  • Take a walk through Auschwitz I's brick barracks and Auschwitz II's vast concentration camp, each echoing grim tales from the past.
  • Tailor your experience with ticket options including the guide’s language choice and an optional lunchbox for added convenience during this exploration.

Inclusions

  • Fast-track entry to Auschwitz I & Auschwitz II–Birkenau
  • English/Spanish/French/German/Italian/Polish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
  • Round-trip AC transfers from the meeting point (as per option selected)
  • Round-trip hotel AC transfers from Krakow (as per option selected)
  • Lunchbox (as per option selected)
  • Tip: Don't miss out on visiting the blocks in the camp that are open to the public as these contain important or interesting historical information panels in Polish and English.
  • Have your passport or ID ready for a seamless experience.
  • Strict dress code: respectful attire.
  • Keep in mind large luggage is not allowed for this experience.
  • This experience is not wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • Per Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum policies, all participants must provide their full name and contact details when booking.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Gatehouse to Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp
Group of tourists crossing the railway track at Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp
Memorial and Muzeum Auschwitz - Birkenau Former German Nazi Concentration Extermination Camp, Poland
Tourists listening to the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp via audio guide, Poland
Electrical fences in Auschwitz museum
Auschwitz-Birkenau museum, Poland
Inside Auschwitz concentration camp, Oswiecim, Poland
Auschwitz concentration camp
Gatehouse to Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp
Group of tourists crossing the railway track at Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp
Memorial and Muzeum Auschwitz - Birkenau Former German Nazi Concentration Extermination Camp, Poland
Tourists listening to the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp via audio guide, Poland
Electrical fences in Auschwitz museum
Auschwitz-Birkenau museum, Poland
Inside Auschwitz concentration camp, Oswiecim, Poland
Auschwitz concentration camp
Gatehouse to Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp
Group of tourists crossing the railway track at Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp
Memorial and Muzeum Auschwitz - Birkenau Former German Nazi Concentration Extermination Camp, Poland
Tourists listening to the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp via audio guide, Poland
Electrical fences in Auschwitz museum
Auschwitz-Birkenau museum, Poland
Inside Auschwitz concentration camp, Oswiecim, Poland
Auschwitz concentration camp
4.2(8.6K)

Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Fast-Track Tickets

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zł105
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Mobile ticket
3 hr. 30 min.

Experience history with fast-track entry and a guide fluent in your language!

  • Journey deep into history with this comprehensive guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, a solemn testament to the Holocaust's horrors.
  • Discover Auschwitz’s history with a guide, who recounts its past events like the 1943 prisoner resistance movement and its courageous acts of defiance.
  • Dive into the past with fast-track entry to Auschwitz I and II–Birkenau, bypassing queues and immersing directly into the poignant narrative.
  • Walk the path of history with visits to original barracks, gas chamber ruins and Auschwitz's main gate, making your tour hauntingly memorable.
  • Enjoy the flexibility of taking the tour in your preferred language or choose a last-minute ticket to enhance your experience to suit your needs.

Experience history with fast-track entry and a guide fluent in your language!

  • Journey deep into history with this comprehensive guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, a solemn testament to the Holocaust's horrors.
  • Discover Auschwitz’s history with a guide, who recounts its past events like the 1943 prisoner resistance movement and its courageous acts of defiance.
  • Dive into the past with fast-track entry to Auschwitz I and II–Birkenau, bypassing queues and immersing directly into the poignant narrative.
  • Walk the path of history with visits to original barracks, gas chamber ruins and Auschwitz's main gate, making your tour hauntingly memorable.
  • Enjoy the flexibility of taking the tour in your preferred language or choose a last-minute ticket to enhance your experience to suit your needs.

Inclusions

  • Fast-track entry to Auschwitz I & Auschwitz II–Birkenau
  • Guided tour by an official English/Italian/German/French/Spanish/Polish-speaking Auschwitz-Birkenau guide (as per option selected)
  • Last-minute English guided tour (as per option selected)
  • Local host
  • Headsets
  • Tip: Be sure to pay attention to the photographs and personal belongings displayed in the museum. They provide a heart-wrenching glimpse into the lives of those who were imprisoned in the camp.
  • Please note that pets, smoking, luggage or large bags are not allowed.
  • Strict dress code: short skirts are not allowed.
  • Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the museum; only bags up to 20 x 30 cm in size are permitted.
  • This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
Gate with the inscription “Arbeit macht frei” to enter Auschwitz I
Watchtowers at Auschwitz-Birkenau Camp
Railway wagon leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Tracks leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Transfer AC minibus for Auschwitz-Birkenau
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
Gate with the inscription “Arbeit macht frei” to enter Auschwitz I
Watchtowers at Auschwitz-Birkenau Camp
Railway wagon leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Tracks leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Transfer AC minibus for Auschwitz-Birkenau
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
Gate with the inscription “Arbeit macht frei” to enter Auschwitz I
Watchtowers at Auschwitz-Birkenau Camp
Railway wagon leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Tracks leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Transfer AC minibus for Auschwitz-Birkenau
4.4(4.8K)

From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers

from
zł168
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Mobile ticket
7 hr.
Transfers included

Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau: A moving, expert-led tour through history’s horrors.

  • Explore WWII history on a full-day tour from Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau, ideal for history buffs and those seeking a powerful, educational experience.
  • Enjoy the convenience of fast-track entry and air-conditioned hotel transfers, making your exploration hassle-free and comfortable.
  • Enter KL Auschwitz I, the main camp in Oświęcim, known for its brick barracks and holding 16,000 prisoners, including Jews, Poles, and others, in August 1944.
  • Visit KL Auschwitz II-Birkenau where prisoners were held before being sent to labor camps, it is the heart of mass extermination, where around 1 million Jews lost their lives.
  • Customize your tour with options like a private English guide, preferred language, or a delicious lunchbox for added convenience.

Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau: A moving, expert-led tour through history’s horrors.

  • Explore WWII history on a full-day tour from Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau, ideal for history buffs and those seeking a powerful, educational experience.
  • Enjoy the convenience of fast-track entry and air-conditioned hotel transfers, making your exploration hassle-free and comfortable.
  • Enter KL Auschwitz I, the main camp in Oświęcim, known for its brick barracks and holding 16,000 prisoners, including Jews, Poles, and others, in August 1944.
  • Visit KL Auschwitz II-Birkenau where prisoners were held before being sent to labor camps, it is the heart of mass extermination, where around 1 million Jews lost their lives.
  • Customize your tour with options like a private English guide, preferred language, or a delicious lunchbox for added convenience.

Inclusions

  • Full-day Auschwitz-Birkenau guided tour
  • Fast-track entry to Auschwitz I & Auschwitz II–Birkenau
  • Expert English/French/German/Italian/Spanish/Polish-speaking tour guide (as per option selected)
  • Round-trip AC transfers from Krakow
  • Pick-up from the hotel or a convenient meeting point
  • English-speaking experienced driver
  • Lunchbox (as per option selected)
  • Private English guided tour (as per option selected)

Exclusions

  • Pick-up & drop-off from hotels located far from the center of Krakow
  • Tip: Don't miss the documentary on the visitor center. It is a brief introduction with real images of the camp and its prisoners, their way of life, and a summary of the history of the formation of the camp.
  • Have your passport or ID ready for a seamless experience.
  • Strict dress code: respectful attire.
  • Keep in mind flash photography, alcohol, drugs and baby carriages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
  • This experience is not wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • The pace and duration of the tours are determined by the memorial’s visitor service. Hence, the pick-up time/duration of the tour is subject to change.
  • Note: As per the requirements of Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, all participants are required to provide their full name and contact details as part of the booking. Entry may be refused if the name provided on the booking is not identical to the name on the ID provided when entering.
  • The maximum size bag permitted on this tour is 30 x 20 x 10 centimeters.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration camp
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration camp
Salt lake in the Wieliczka Salt Mine
Salt sculptures in the Wieliczka Salt Mine
flowers and candles at the Wall of Death in Auschwitz I
Auschwitz concentration camp
Wieliczka Salt Mine
St Kinga's Chapel in Wieliczka Salt Mine
Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration camp
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration camp
Salt lake in the Wieliczka Salt Mine
Salt sculptures in the Wieliczka Salt Mine
flowers and candles at the Wall of Death in Auschwitz I
Auschwitz concentration camp
Wieliczka Salt Mine
St Kinga's Chapel in Wieliczka Salt Mine
Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration camp
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration camp
Salt lake in the Wieliczka Salt Mine
Salt sculptures in the Wieliczka Salt Mine
flowers and candles at the Wall of Death in Auschwitz I
Auschwitz concentration camp
Wieliczka Salt Mine
St Kinga's Chapel in Wieliczka Salt Mine
4.2(530)

From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour

from
zł397.42
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket
11 hr.
Transfers included

Hassle-free pick-up, language choices, and a perfect trip for history lovers!

  • Embark on an enlightening 11-hour journey, exploring Auschwitz-Birkenau and delving into Wieliczka Salt Mine's depths.
  • Choose this experience for its expert guides, who bring alive the brutal history of Auschwitz and the intriguing heritage of the Salt Mine.
  • Not just a visit, but a comprehensive exploration of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, guided by an expert.
  • Dive into an underground world with the Wieliczka Salt Mine where miners carved intricate sculptures and bas-reliefs from salt deep within the chambers.
  • Opt for a tour tailored to your convenience with flexible ticket options, including hotel pick-up, drop-off, and a nourishing lunchbox.

Hassle-free pick-up, language choices, and a perfect trip for history lovers!

  • Embark on an enlightening 11-hour journey, exploring Auschwitz-Birkenau and delving into Wieliczka Salt Mine's depths.
  • Choose this experience for its expert guides, who bring alive the brutal history of Auschwitz and the intriguing heritage of the Salt Mine.
  • Not just a visit, but a comprehensive exploration of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, guided by an expert.
  • Dive into an underground world with the Wieliczka Salt Mine where miners carved intricate sculptures and bas-reliefs from salt deep within the chambers.
  • Opt for a tour tailored to your convenience with flexible ticket options, including hotel pick-up, drop-off, and a nourishing lunchbox.

Inclusions

  • Full-day Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine guided tour
  • Entry to Auschwitz-Birkenau I & II
  • Entry to the Wieliczka Salt Mine
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off (as per option selected)
  • Meeting point pick-up (as per option selected)
  • Headsets
  • Lunchbox (as per option selected)
  • Tip: In the Wieliczka Salt Mine, the Chapel of St. Kinga, a large underground church entirely made of salt, is a must-see.
  • Have your passport, ID card or student card ready for a seamless experience.
  • Keep in mind luggage or large bags are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
  • The pace and duration of the tours are determined by the memorial’s visitor service. Hence, the pick-up time/duration of the tour is subject to change.
  • Note: As per the requirements of Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, all participants are required to provide their full name as part of the booking. Entry may be refused if the name provided on the booking is not identical to the name on the ID provided when entering.
  • Pick-up is possible from the hotels located in the center of Cracow. If your hotel location is in an area beyond this or in an area with limited traffic/accessibility, then you will be picked up from the nearest possible pickup place. The tour operator will provide the exact location and pickup time at least a day before your scheduled tour.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Group of tourists exploring Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Tracks leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Group of tourists at Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp entrance during a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Group of tourists at Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Group of tourists exploring Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Group of tourists exploring Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Group of tourists exploring Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Tracks leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Group of tourists at Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp entrance during a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Group of tourists at Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Group of tourists exploring Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Group of tourists exploring Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Group of tourists exploring Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Tracks leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Group of tourists at Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp entrance during a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Group of tourists at Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Group of tourists exploring Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
Group of tourists exploring Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw, including transfers and lunch
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From Warsaw: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers

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zł595
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Mobile ticket
7 hr. 30 min.
Transfers included
Meals included

Effortless pick-up, flexible language tours, and a must-book for curious travelers.

  • Skip lines to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where over 1.3 million people were killed by the Nazis in WWII.
  • Learn from your expert English-speaking guide about the genocide, resistance, and liberation of the camp.
  • Travel comfortably in an airconditioned bus and enjoy hotel transfers to the camp and back from Warsaw with a small group of up to 8 people.
  • Witness the original buildings, barracks, gas chambers, and crematoria of Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau.
  • See personal artifacts and hear moving stories about former prisoners, that give you a detailed idea of the impact of the Nazis.

Effortless pick-up, flexible language tours, and a must-book for curious travelers.

  • Skip lines to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where over 1.3 million people were killed by the Nazis in WWII.
  • Learn from your expert English-speaking guide about the genocide, resistance, and liberation of the camp.
  • Travel comfortably in an airconditioned bus and enjoy hotel transfers to the camp and back from Warsaw with a small group of up to 8 people.
  • Witness the original buildings, barracks, gas chambers, and crematoria of Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau.
  • See personal artifacts and hear moving stories about former prisoners, that give you a detailed idea of the impact of the Nazis.

Inclusions

  • Skip-the-line entry to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum
  • English-speaking guide
  • Small group of up to 8 people
  • Round-trip transfers by AC bus
  • Pick-up & drop-off from selected meeting point
  • Entrance fee
  • Lunch (based on option selected)
  • Tip: Pay close attention to the 'Arbeit Macht Frei' gate, which translates to 'Work Sets You Free.' This phrase was a cruel deception, meant to mislead and dehumanize the prisoners.
  • Remember that this is a memorial site and a place of remembrance, so it's essential to be respectful throughout the visit.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Auschwitz Birkenau exterior with barbed wire fence and watchtower in Krakow, Poland.
Auschwitz Birkenau barracks interior with wooden bunks and dim lighting, Krakow tour.
Auschwitz Birkenau barracks interior with wooden bunks and dim lighting.
Auschwitz Birkenau interior with preserved barracks and historical artifacts.
Auschwitz Birkenau barracks interior with wooden bunks and dim lighting, Krakow tour.
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Auschwitz Birkenau exterior with barbed wire fence and watchtower in Krakow, Poland.
Auschwitz Birkenau barracks interior with wooden bunks and dim lighting, Krakow tour.
Auschwitz Birkenau barracks interior with wooden bunks and dim lighting.
Auschwitz Birkenau interior with preserved barracks and historical artifacts.
Auschwitz Birkenau barracks interior with wooden bunks and dim lighting, Krakow tour.
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Auschwitz Birkenau exterior with barbed wire fence and watchtower in Krakow, Poland.
Auschwitz Birkenau barracks interior with wooden bunks and dim lighting, Krakow tour.
Auschwitz Birkenau barracks interior with wooden bunks and dim lighting.
Auschwitz Birkenau interior with preserved barracks and historical artifacts.
Auschwitz Birkenau barracks interior with wooden bunks and dim lighting, Krakow tour.
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From Katowice: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers

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zł295
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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7 hr. 30 min.
Transfers included
  • Visit Auschwitz Birkenau concentration camps with a guide and learn all about the Holocaust.
  • Set out on a sobering journey through the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau from Katowice, and explore its concentration and extermination camps.
  • Make the most of round-trip transfers from selected meeting points and get easy access with skip-the-line entry.
  • With insightful narration in the language of your choice, learn about the millions of victims of the Holocaust at this Nazi concentration camp of World War II.
  • Explore the harsh realities of inmate life through exhibits of crime evidence, personal items, photos, and testimonies that bring history to life.
  • Tour permanent exhibits featuring original camp barracks and remnants of gas chambers, powerful reminders of the Nazi regime’s cruelty and atrocities.
  • Visit Auschwitz Birkenau concentration camps with a guide and learn all about the Holocaust.
  • Set out on a sobering journey through the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau from Katowice, and explore its concentration and extermination camps.
  • Make the most of round-trip transfers from selected meeting points and get easy access with skip-the-line entry.
  • With insightful narration in the language of your choice, learn about the millions of victims of the Holocaust at this Nazi concentration camp of World War II.
  • Explore the harsh realities of inmate life through exhibits of crime evidence, personal items, photos, and testimonies that bring history to life.
  • Tour permanent exhibits featuring original camp barracks and remnants of gas chambers, powerful reminders of the Nazi regime’s cruelty and atrocities.

Inclusions

  • 7.5-hour Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial & Museum tour
  • Skip-the-line entry to Auschwitz-Birkenau
  • Expert English/Italian/French/Portuguese-speaking guide
  • Round-trip transfers by AC bus from a selected meeting point
  • Tip: Don't miss the haunting exhibits in Auschwitz I, including the collection of personal belongings of the victims.
  • The pace and duration of the tours are determined by the memorial’s visitor service. Hence, the pick-up time/duration of the tour is subject to change.
  • Note: As per the requirements of Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, all participants are required to provide their full name and contact details as part of the booking. Entry may be refused if the name provided on the booking is not identical to the name on the ID provided when entering.
  • The maximum bag size allowed inside the museum is 30x20x10 cm.
  • All sightseeing within the camp can only be done in the company of a licensed guide.
  • Pick-up is available from central Krakow hotels. If your hotel is outside this area or has limited access, you'll be given the nearest pick-up point and time.
  • This tour is not recommended for children under 13 years old. It is up to the parents or guardians to decide whether to let children attend or not.
  • Baby carriages and luggage larger than 30 x 20 x 10cm are not permitted inside the museum.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Auschwitz-BirkenauKrakow to Auschwitz Tour

The Auschwitz concentration camp, also known as Auschwitz-Birkenau, is an important historic landmark in Poland. Established during World War II as part of the Nazi regime’s Final Solution Policy, which sought for the genocide of Jewish people, the extermination camp, was the site for the murder of over 1.3 million people. Today, it stands as a symbol of the Holocaust. Keep reading to find all the information you need to plan a trip from Krakow to Auschwitz. 

Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau tour in a nutshell

Things to know before going on a guided tour from Krakow to Auschwitz

  • Guided tours allow you to visit an attraction with an expert local guide available in multiple languages. You get in-depth information about the history of the place and interesting facts. You will, however, have to stick with your tour group for the majority of the trip. 
  • You can also get fast-track entry tickets to skip the lines.
  • The tickets will also provide you with round-trip transportation from Krakow to Auschwitz in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Which Krakow to Auschwitz tour is best for you?

Krkrakow to Auschwitz tour

If you are short on time

Go for: Fast-track entry tickets
Guide: Official Auschwitz-Birkenau guide

  • Get fast-track tickets to save time and get direct entry to the Auschwitz concentration camp.
  • You'll be accompanied by an official Auscwitz-Birkenau guide who will share historical insights, making your visit more enriching.

Recommended ticket:

Guided Tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau with Fast-Track Tickets

Krkrakow to Auschwitz tour

If you want to explore beyond

Go for: Combo tickets
Guide: Expert guide in English, Spanish, or Italian

  • Get the combo tickets, including the Auschwitz and Salt Mine tour, with a professional English, Spanish, or Italian-speaking guide. 
  • Enjoy free transfers to and from Krakow and an optional lunch for a hassle-free experience.

Recommended ticket:

Combo: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour from Krakow with Optional Lunch

Krkrakow to Auschwitz tour

If you're looking for a personalized experience

Go for: Small group guided tour tickets
Guide: English-speaking local guide

  • Go on a small group tour of 15 or fewer people to Auschwitz with a licensed guide if you want an intimate and personalized experience.
  • Gain an in-depth understanding of the concentration camps and enjoy comfortable roundtrip transfers from Krakow.

Recommended ticket:

Small Group Guided Tour of Auschwitz & Birkenau with Transfers from Krakow

Krkrakow to Auschwitz tour

If you're looking for hassle-free transfers

Go for: Guided tours with transfers
Guide: Expert guide in multiple languages

  • Get Auschwitz tours with free round-trip transfers and avoid the hassle of planning your travel to and from Auschwitz.
  • You will be accompanied by a professional driver and a guide in an AC vehicle to ensure you have the best experience.  

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

Exploring Auschwitz

Auschwitz I
Auschwitz II-Birkenau
Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum

What to expect at Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau tour?

Auschwitz, the infamous concentration camp complex is where the genocide of over 1.3 million people during WWII took place. On your tour, you will be able to explore the concentration camps, which continue to stand as a solemn reminder of one of the darkest periods in human history. Follow an expert guide through the various surviving parts inside Auschwitz camps, such as the barracks and the gas chambers, and learn in detail about the life in the camp, its history, and more. Additionally, you can view the post-war relics at the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum. Please remember that a visit to Auschwitz can be a emotional experience because of its dark history and the atrocities that were committed at this site.

Plan your Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau tour

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Krakow to Auschwitz

Frequently asked questions about Krakow to Auschwitz tour

How can I book my Krakow to Auschwitz tour?

You can book your Krakow to Auschwitz tours online.

Do I need to bring my ID or passport with me for the Krakow to Auschwitz tour?

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.

How long does the Krakow to Auschwitz tour take?

Depending on the tickets that you purchase, the Auschwitz to Krakow tours can take between 3.5 to 11 hours.

Are Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau tours available in different languages?

Yes, Krakow to Auschwitz tours are available in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German.

How to get to Auschwitz from Krakow?

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.

How far is Krakow from Auschwitz?

Krakow is approximately 71 km away from Auschwitz.

Which is the best Auschwitz tour from Krakow?

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.