Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Entry Ticket and Transfer

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Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Entry Ticket and Transfer
Top rated
4.75 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.75 out of 5 stars
64 reviews

Travel to the largest camp used by the Nazis during the Holocaust on this day trip from Krakow. Ponder the past as you walk through the infamous "Arbeit Macht Frei" gate, see where prisoners were held, and learn about the Holocaust.

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Duration 7.5 - 8 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
German, English, Polish, Russian
Pickup optional
I kindly ask each customer to wait outside their hotel/apartment.
Private or small groups available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Georgia – Greece

I had an absolutely amazing experience on this tour! Everything was flawlessly organized, thanks to the exceptional effort of the organizer, who ensured everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The itinerary was well thought out, perfectly timed, and made the entire experience stress-free and enjoyable. Our driver was fantastic—helpful, professional, and made the journey comfortable. The real highlight, though, was our guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable and had a great way of explaining history, making us truly appreciate the importance of learning from the past. She was approachable, engaging, and detailed in her explanations without ever making it feel overwhelming. This tour was absolutely worth every penny and truly enhanced my trip. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a well-managed and unforgettable experience!"

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Philip – United Kingdom

Nothing at all could be improved excellent communication, Daniel was excellent , tour guide was amazing book with these guys for an incredible trip.

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting/pickup location

    Depends on the selected option

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Auschwitz II-Birkenau

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (105 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (5 minutes)

  • Memorial and Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau

    Break time (10 minutes)

    Auschwitz II-Birkenau

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

    Optional

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • 3 drop-off locations:

    Wielopole 2, Kraków, Starowiślna 65

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Ponder the past as you walk through the infamous "Arbeit Macht Frei" gate
  • See the remains of the largest concentration camp used by the Nazi occupation
  • Explore the Auschwitz-Birkenau complex with a guide and learn about its history
  • Visit Birkenau and learn about the atrocities and killings that took place there
  • Find out how the complex became a place of human suffering on a respectful tour

Full description

Be picked up from your accommodation in Krakow and board a bus for the 1.5-hour trip to the Auschwitz-Birkenau complex. Explore the museum in the outskirts of Oświęcim, approximately 60 kilometers west of Krakow.

Upon arrival, meet a local guide who will show you around the site and tell you about its history. Find out how Auschwitz-Birkenau has become both a symbol of human suffering and a witness to physical and emotional exhaustion during a respectful tour with a licensed guide.

Walk through the gate marked "Arbeit Macht Frei" (work frees) to enter Auschwitz 1. Visit the preserved area and learn about its history.

Spend approximately an hour in Birkenau, where the mass killings as part of the Nazi "Final Solution to the Jewish Question" took place. After the visit, reflect on the experience during the ride back to Krakow.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entry to the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum
  • English-speaking guide
  • Headset
  • Booklet available in different languages
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips

Not suitable for

  • Children under 14 years

Meeting point

The meeting point is near the post office

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card

Not allowed

  • Oversize luggage
  • Smoking in the vehicle
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Explosive substances

Know before you go

  • Entrance may be refused if the name provided on the booking is not identical to the name on the ID provided when entering
  • The pick-up time is subject to change: the tour may start between 5:00 in the morning and 14:30 so please take this into account in your planning.
  • Your choice of date is not guaranteed
  • The exact start time will be communicated the day before the tour by email from the activity provider
  • Tickets to the museum are non-refundable

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 64 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Georgia – GreeceMarch 26, 2025 – Verified booking
I had an absolutely amazing experience on this tour! Everything was flawlessly organized, thanks to the exceptional effort of the organizer, who ensured everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The itinerary was well thought out, perfectly timed, and made the entire experience stress-free and enjoyable. Our driver was fantastic—helpful, professional, and made the journey comfortable. The real highlight, though, was our guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable and had a great way of explaining history, making us truly appreciate the importance of learning from the past. She was approachable, engaging, and detailed in her explanations without ever making it feel overwhelming. This tour was absolutely worth every penny and truly enhanced my trip. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a well-managed and unforgettable experience!"
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Philip – United KingdomFebruary 26, 2025 – Verified booking
Nothing at all could be improved excellent communication, Daniel was excellent , tour guide was amazing book with these guys for an incredible trip.
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Frankie – GermanyFebruary 21, 2025 – Verified booking
The staffs are very Kind and they always respond Very Quickly.. I have a little mistakes by my own , yet they resolved it with smiles and patience. They immediately find an alter solution and just go on with a nice flow during my Visit to these historical Museums.. They even asked me where to drop after the Visit.. And I said To the nearest Location to go back To Berlin..and They all made it with a Harmonious Service ... Thank You Guys.. Especially Michael, Jakob, Wictoria; Miss Helena who explained the History and Informations about the pasts that we need to know -Very Well. She is sopassionate about her Job and willing to answer all our questions and curiosity.

Product ID: 697541

Activity provider:Fth berta

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