
Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 1,157 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour worth booking?
Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour is a 7-hour experience in Krakow, Poland, from $81 per person. It scores 83 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 1,157 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 83 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (1,157)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $81 per person
The Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum & Memorial in Oświęcim, about 70 km from Krakow, was created on the grounds of the former Nazi German concentration camp. It is the most recognizable symbol of the Holocaust and human genocide in the world. The Memorial Site is an area of almost 200 ha, over 150 buildings, and about 300 ruins, including remains of gas chambers and crematoria destroyed by the German Nazis. The trip includes permanent exhibitions, original buildings of the main Auschwitz camp and the most important buildings of the Auschwitz (II) - Birkenau camp. Join a group of up to 30 fellow travellers and explore this harrowing period in human history led by a professional English-speaking guide. The price includes pickup from your accommodation or one of the meeting points, an admission ticket, a tour with a professional guide in English, transportation service.
What you get
About this experience
The Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum & Memorial in Oświęcim, about 70 km from Krakow, was created on the grounds of the former Nazi German concentration camp. It is the most recognizable symbol of the Holocaust and human genocide in the world. The Memorial Site is an area of almost 200 ha, over 150 buildings, and about 300 ruins, including remains of gas chambers and crematoria destroyed by the German Nazis. The trip includes permanent exhibitions, original buildings of the main Auschwitz camp and the most important buildings of the Auschwitz (II) - Birkenau camp. Join a group of up to 30 fellow travellers and explore this harrowing period in human history led by a professional English-speaking guide. The price includes pickup from your accommodation or one of the meeting points, an admission ticket, a tour with a professional guide in English, transportation service.
What's included
Included
- Skip the tickets line
- Hotel Pick-up & Hotel Drop-off
- Official Museum Guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- Professional English-speaking driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Private transportation
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau
Getting to the Museum from Krakow takes about an hour and 30 minutes. The visit takes place in groups up to 30 people. After a break before entering the museum, the visit in Auschwitz I takes about two hours and after a second 15-minute break, another hour in Auschwitz II-Birkenau.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Krakow
If you choice to be picked up from the Main Meeting Point, please arrive at the meeting point : Kiss&Ride place, Mikołaja Zyblikiewicza 2 street - oposite the "Zabka" green store.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
at the end, we will drop-off You were is comfortable for You, inside our pick-up area zone((up to 2,5km from the main square)
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
- CRACOW LOCAL TOURS
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- A considerate amount of walking is involved
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Bags and backpacks larger than 30x20x10 cm are not allowed on the museum grounds. You may store luggage in the vehicles free of charge.
- Youth between 18 and 26 years must present a valid student ID on the day of the activity.
- Please, provide exact name and surname from your passports/documents (tickets are personal)
- Please bring a document confirming the name and surname of each participant
- you can order an extra paid lunch-box from the driver
- since the museum does not guarantee visiting dates for regular groups in advance, we reserve the right to confirm the tour 5 days in advance
- Please pay special attention to the data you provide, the names and surnames of people who want to visit the museum must be the same as in their passports
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,157 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
1,157 verified traveler reviews for Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Must go tour for history lovers
It's a good guided tour. My wife is very interested in the history of Auschwitz, so I planned for her. I bought 3.5 hours of two tickets from the official website. The arrangement is perfect. And the guide woman is expert of the tour and the history of the buildings and explained well about what was happening there. It was a very interesting and knowledgeable tour. After learning what happened there, I wish we could avoid the happening of the wars. Worth of time and money.
via Tripadvisor
Emotional experience
Everyone has to do this once. Harrowing and inspiring in one. Trip was very good with knowledgeable guide.
via Viator
Reliable
We were picked up from our hotel on time , small group of 8 people , Driver took us to the site then on to the next site , we had plenty of time and a guide on site . Smooth drive back to krakow .
via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour of a very somber and thought provoking subject
Booked direct as we had read of many silly time changes and or cancellations by “tour companies”. We also booked the shuttle bus, from the Bus depot, which drops you off (and picks up) from right alongside the ticket entrance. There are hundreds of people but all very well managed in booked time slots. Each group has headsets with different channels so you can hear your guide without interruption from other guides. Excellent organisation. It’s an emotional/moving experience and it’s difficult to comprehend those events such a short time ago.
via Tripadvisor
A must see
This was my second time visiting. This trip was with my partner as he had not been to Krakow before. Tomaz our guide was amazing.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 405
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by CRACOW LOCAL TOURS, who run 9 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.5.
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Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Krakow.
How much does Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour cost?
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Prices start at $81 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 Guided Tour take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Guided Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 83 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 1,157 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.
Can I cancel or reschedule Auschwitz Birkenau Guided 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 Guided Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour?
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Around 405 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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Auschwitz Birkenau Guided 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 Guided Tour?
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Included: Skip the tickets line; Hotel Pick-up & Hotel Drop-off; Official Museum Guide; All Fees and Taxes; and Professional English-speaking driver. Not included: Private transportation; and Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 257 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 Guided 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 Guided 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 Guided Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour?
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Across 1,157 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, organization, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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