Auschwitz-Birkenau self-guided or guided tour from Krakow
+8 photos
You can choose between the following options available in the order box: a guided tour (Option 1) or a self-guided tour (Option 2).Option 1: Guided tourOption 2: Self-guided tourTravel from Kraków to the small town of Oświęcim to visit the largest Nazi concentration camp complex from World War II. Learn the horrifying story of the more than 1.3 million victims who lost their lives at Auschwitz and Birkenau and pay your respects.The first part of your trip is a 1.5-hour visit to the Auschwitz I camp to see the permanent exhibition in the former prisoners' barracks.Afterwards, you will visit Auschwitz II-Birkenau, the largest part of the Auschwitz complex. During this visit, you will spend around 1 hour and 10 minutes if you choose the guided option, or about 40 minutes for the self-guided option. Here you will see the remains of the crematoria, the unloading ramp, original barracks, and the memorial dedicated to the last victims of the camp.
Highlights
- You'll get a powerful insight into the scale and impact of the Holocaust at Auschwitz-Birkenau
- There's the chance to see original buildings and personal belongings that tell poignant individual stories
- It's a thought-provoking experience that explores the daily realities and tragic fate of camp prisoners
- You can choose between a guided tour with a professional guide or a self-guided visit, depending on your preference
Select a date to see available packages and pricing
Activity package
Choose a date to get started
Select your preferred date to see available packages and pricing
Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
9 hours
Available in English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Russian, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Swedish
What's included
- Roundtrip transportation
- Entrance ticket
- On-site assistance
- Map
Where you'll meet
The meeting point address is Pawia 18b, at the Kiss and Ride (K+R) parking opposite the Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto.
Operated by
connectpoland.com
Important information
Not allowed:
* Luggage larger than 30x20x10 cm is not permitted inside the AB Museum
Know in advance:
* For Option 1, the tour start time may vary due to museum guide availability. Tickets are collected on-site. Queues may occur. English tours are subject to availability; otherwise, another language with an English guidebook is provided
* For Option 2, you'll have use of a guidebook and map in your chosen language. The tour leader does not enter the museum with you. The guidebook is available in English, Polish, Spanish, Italian, French, German, Dutch, Czech, Portuguese, Russian, Ukrainian, Hungarian, Greek, Turkish, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Japanese, and Korean
* Please note that, depending on the time of year, you may visit the Birkenau camp first before visiting the Auschwitz 1 camp
* All participants must provide their full name and contact details at the time of booking. Please ensure that the name on your ID exactly matches the name provided at the booking to avoid issues at the entrance
* The museum may change your visit time, affecting your pickup time. Final confirmation will be emailed one to two days before the tour. Due to high visitor numbers, Auschwitz-Birkenau may cancel tours or guides at short notice. If this occurs, you'll be informed and offered alternatives when possible
* All visitors are required to pass through security checks before entering the museum grounds
* You can select the language option of your choice for the guidebook and map – this is not an audio tour
* The starting time is approximate and subject to change
* You'll be picked up from the centre of Krakow, after meeting opposite the Mercure Hotel, and you'll be dropped off at the Radisson Blu Hotel
* Guided tour option: please be advised that the tour start time may vary due to museum guide availability. Tickets are collected on site at the ticket offices (included in the price). Queuing may be required. Guided tours in English are subject to availability. If an English-speaking guide is not available, the tour will be conducted in another language, and participants will receive a guidebook in English
* Due to high visitor numbers and internal policies, the museum may reschedule or cancel visits or guides at short notice. If this occurs, you will be informed and, if possible, offered an alternative time or program
Remember to bring:
* Your passport or ID card
Location
Reviews
4.0
Very Good43 reviews
Rating and review count provided by the activity supplier