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
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
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
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. After that, take a bus to the Auschwitz Birkenau II memorial for a 1-hour guided walking tour. Please be aware that the lunch break is only about 10 minutes, so it is advisable if you bring a packed lunch with you.
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).
Includes
- Ticket & professional, licensed guide
- Local host's assistance who will meet you close to Auschwitz I
- Fast track entrance
- Headset to hear better during your tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau
- Fast-track entrance to Auschwitz-Birkenau
- Booking and handling fees
- Host assistance
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from Krakow or other cities
- Parking fees
Not suitable for
- Children under 12 years
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All required protective equipment is provided
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Participants
Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Meet in front of luggage storage located next to the entrance to museum. The address is Więźniów Oświęcimia 20, 32-600 Oświęcim, Polska.
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
Not allowed
- Smoking
- Luggage or large bags
- Sleeveless shirts
Know before you go
- 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
- Entrance may be refused if the name provided on the booking is not identical to the name on the ID provided when entering
- Owing to the requirements, all tickets to the museum are non-refundable. Please consider your purchase carefully
- Bags bigger than 20x30x10 centimeters are not allowed in the Auschwitz museum
- You are reminded that this is a memorial site; please dress appropriately
- Eating, smoking, and loud behavior are not permitted inside the museum
- The camps are not adapted for wheelchair users. If you use a wheelchair and still decide to visit, please go with someone who can assist you