Auschwitz-Birkenau: Skip-the-Line Ticket and Guided Tour

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Auschwitz-Birkenau: Skip-the-Line Ticket and Guided Tour
4.3295217 out of 5 stars
4.3
4.3295217 out of 5 stars
962 reviews

Explore one of the darkest chapters in 20th-century European history on a guided tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. See the original buildings of the infamous concentration camps with the help of an experienced guide.

About this activity

Cancellation policy
This activity is non-refundable
Valid 3.5 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English, French, Italian, Spanish

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Gemma – United Kingdom

The trip was great really enjoyed the history of the tour and the guide was really clear in speaking and new his knowledge.

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Everett – Canada

Very good tour. Guide was great. She was very knowledgeable about the camp

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Highlights

  • Explore the dark history of Europe during World War II
  • Take advantage of a fast access ticket and skip-the-line entrance
  • Visit the site where the Nazis committed their atrocities
  • Look at the haunting personal artifacts of the victims

Full description

Learn about one of the darkest chapters in 20th-century European history on this guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum.
Make your own way to the Auschwitz-Birkenau museum in your own vehicle or by public transport (bus or train). The journey from Krakow takes approximately 1.5 hours. When you arrive, meet your host who will give you your ticket and introduce you to the group.
Skip the queue line with pre-booked entrance and pass through the airport security-style check before entering the Memorial.

Inside the Auschwitz I museum, embark on a guided walking tour with a professional certified educator for approximately 1.5 - 2 hours. Next. proceed to the Auschwitz Birkenau II memorial for a 1-hour guided walking tour.
After this, walk around on your own and spend time as long as you want inside Auschwitz-Birkenau II. Return to your hotel by bus, car or train yourself (transport is not included in the price).
Please be aware that the lunch break is only about 10 minutes, so it is advisable if you bring a packed lunch with you.

Includes

  • Auschwitz-Birkenau skip-the-line entry ticket
  • Local host assistance
  • Licensed guide
  • Headset for during the tour
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to/from Krakow or other cities
  • Parking fees

Not suitable for

  • Children under 12 years
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the entrance to the Auschwitz I Museum. For the second part of the tour, meet at the Auschwitz II Birkenau Museum. Please arrive via your own transport to the car park near the Birkenau gate. Meet your guide in front of the Birkenau Museum entrance.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card

Not allowed

  • Smoking
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Sleeveless shirts

Know before you go

  • The pickup time may change (possibly between 7:30 AM and 3:30 PM). You choose a preferred time which is not guaranteed. In exceptional situations, the departure time may be earlier or later.
  • The local partner will contact you by WhatsApp , email or phone on the day before your tour to confirm your pickup time and details
  • 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
  • Owing to the requirements, all tickets to the museum are non-refundable. Please consider your purchase carefully
  • You are reminded that this is a memorial site; please dress appropriately
  • The pace and duration of the tours are determined by the memorial's visitor service. Unfortunately, GetYourGuide and your guide have no influence on the duration of the break times
  • For reasons beyond the operator's control, the tour may be canceled. In this case, the customer will always receive a full refund

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Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 962 reviews

Review summary

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  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Gemma – United KingdomJanuary 20, 2025 – Verified booking
The trip was great really enjoyed the history of the tour and the guide was really clear in speaking and new his knowledge.
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Everett – CanadaSeptember 23, 2024 – Verified booking
Very good tour. Guide was great. She was very knowledgeable about the camp
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Beth – United KingdomSeptember 8, 2024 – Verified booking
Very informative, we learnt a lot of history at Auschwitz

Product ID: 223212

Activity provider:Cracow Visit Tours & Transfers

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