
Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 3,249 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour worth booking?
Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour is a 10-hour experience in Krakow, Poland, from $143 per person. It scores 90 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 3,249 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 90 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (3,249)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $143 per person
During the day you will visit Auschwitz-Birkenau museum and Wieliczka Salt Mine. In both places we will provide you the tours with an official english speaking in-person guides. We will pick you up and drop you off in your hotel - door to door service is included. Our tour leaders/drivers with fluent english will take care of everything so you won't have to worry about anything during the day. Tour includes all entrance fees, transportation and the guides' and the tour leaders services. We offer optional lunch box to order a day before an excursion. Our staff is an experienced team of people who love their job trying to provide you the best service possible. All of our drivers/tour leaders are english-speaking and ready to help you and answer all your questions. We treat people individually. Our modern air-conditioned fleet is ready for the ride!
What you get
About this experience
During the day you will visit Auschwitz-Birkenau museum and Wieliczka Salt Mine. In both places we will provide you the tours with an official english speaking in-person guides. We will pick you up and drop you off in your hotel - door to door service is included. Our tour leaders/drivers with fluent english will take care of everything so you won't have to worry about anything during the day. Tour includes all entrance fees, transportation and the guides' and the tour leaders services. We offer optional lunch box to order a day before an excursion. Our staff is an experienced team of people who love their job trying to provide you the best service possible. All of our drivers/tour leaders are english-speaking and ready to help you and answer all your questions. We treat people individually. Our modern air-conditioned fleet is ready for the ride!
What's included
Included
- Licensed english speaking guides (museum's guides)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- English speaking driver/tour leader service
- All admission tickets and fees
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included
- lunch box is optional (40 polish zloty per lunch)
What you'll see and do
Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau
You will see both Auschwitz I and Birkenau parts of nazi concentration camp. It's a standard full time tour with an official in-person guide. The tour includes a break in between Auschwitz I and Birkenau tours and we provide transportation from first to second part as well.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Wieliczka Salt Mine
You will visit UNESCO wonder which is Salt Mine in Wieliczka. It's a standard full time tour with an offcial in-person guide.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Choose Cracow
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The route inside the Wieliczka Salt Mine includes 380 stairs to take down to reach first level of the mine and at the end there is an elevator which will take you back on the ground
- There is around 16 degrees Celcius inside Wieliczka Salt Mine
- Most of the visit in Auschwitz-Birkenau camps is outdoors - please be well prepared for weather conditions
- Providing full names of all participants while making booking and bringing photo IDs (passport, driving license etc.) at the day of the tour is compulsory - Auschwitz-Birkenau museum has security check/IDs control at the entrance. Without providing actual full names and documents entering the museum will be denied.
- We need all traveler's first and last name regarding security check and IDs control at entrance to Auschwitz I museum - providing all traveler's full names is obligatory and it's a must to provide service
- As we receive some inquiries from clients - please note that we DO NOT organise 2 AM pickup times and we DO NOT let our travelers queue for tickets as they are all prebooked
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3,236 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
6 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
3,236 verified traveler reviews for Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
100% worth it
We had such a great day. It started with the salt mine, which was very interesting. There are alot of stairs but anyone can do it, it's not that bad. What is inside that mine will blow your mind. Afterwards we did the two camp sites. It made it a Somber Day but we learned even more than what we knew. Our tour guides were awesome, bus ride comfortable, and driver was very cognizant of the van being warm or cold. I would recommend this 100%
via Viator
Well organised and worthwhile
Well organised and worthwhile trip. Timings were pretty much perfect, and the local guides were good. The only thing I would have welcomed would have been a little guidance from the driver on roughly how long each section of the trip would take, when we set off - it's useful to know if it is EG 45 mins or 2 hours!
via Viator
Guides are very...
Guides are very knowledgeable and caring about the subject matter. Spoke fluent English. It is a long day but definitely worth it. The salt mines are incredible. What a feat of engineering. You need to be able-bodied as there are so many steps down. Even if you have seen films or read books about the Holocaust, nothing prepares you for the reality of the scale of the evil of the Nazis and the heartbreak of seeing the museum exhibits and hearing the details of their hideous crimes whilst standing where their feet trod. Our guide was so calm and factual which made this a good approach when dealing with such an emotive subject, but also didn’t shy away from answering questions or providing further explanations. If you are visiting Krakow, this is an experience not to be missed.
via Viator
Pick up and drop off was...
Pick up and drop off was hassle free. Tour operator was easily contactable throughout the day. Guide was very informative and knowledgeable.
via Viator
Emotional day
Our day started at the salt mine with an organised pick up which was on time and informative. The guide at the salt mine was excellent providing great factual information about the location, she was engaging and humorous. The mine was mind blowing and awe inspiring! We then transferred to Auschwitz which was eye opening and shocking in equal measure. Again the guide Vikroria was so knowledgable, respectful and spoke in such a manner that we hung off every word. The tour involved quite a bit of walking but was not excessive. Birkenau was a much more open sight which was vast but again the guide went to great lengths to explain the experiences of the prisoners, leaving you in no doubt has to the horrendous situation they had found themselves. Would highly recommend both tours
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $143 to $160
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1,137
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Why this scores 90
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Krakow.
How much does Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $143 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Krakow usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Krakow is not rushed.
Is Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 90 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 3,249 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Krakow, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour?
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Around 1,137 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Krakow can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Krakow and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Krakow within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Krakow?
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On Outty we rank every Krakow experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Complete Cracow Bike Tour (small group of maximum 15 people!), Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka, Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfer and Ticket. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Krakow?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Krakow?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour?
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Included: Licensed english speaking guides (museum's guides); In-vehicle air conditioning; English speaking driver/tour leader service; All admission tickets and fees; and Hotel pick-up and drop-off. Not included: lunch box is optional (40 polish zloty per lunch). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 263 listed pickup locations in and around Krakow. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Krakow. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Full Day Tour?
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Across 3,249 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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