Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Wieliczka Salt Mine 1-Day Tour
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Is Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Wieliczka Salt Mine 1-Day Tour worth booking?
Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Wieliczka Salt Mine 1-Day Tour is a 10-hour experience in Krakow, Poland, from $183 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $183 per person
An ideal proposition for visiting Krakow for a short time, who still want to see as much as possible. On a par with the monuments of the Old Town and Wawel, the infamous Nazi extermination camp in Oświęcim and the salt
What you get
About this experience
An ideal proposition for visiting Krakow for a short time, who still want to see as much as possible. On a par with the monuments of the Old Town and Wawel, the infamous Nazi extermination camp in Oświęcim and the salt mine in Wieliczka in Krakow are part of the "must-see" canon and attract millions of tourists from all over the world. Take a one-day guided tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum and admire the underground wonders of nature and the work of human hands in Wieliczka. Save time for further sightseeing of Krakow or a blissful rest as you see fit.
What's included
Included
- A guided tour with an entrance ticket in the Wieliczka Salt Mine
- Transfer Kraków - Oświęcim - Wieliczka - Kraków
- Guided tour with entrance ticket for the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial
Not included
- Food and drink
- Not listed as included in the price
What you'll see and do
Krakow
We start with security procedures and then a 2 hours travel till our first attraction.
Pass by without stopping
Wieliczka Salt Mine
As you follow the tourist route in the Wieliczka Salt Mine (UNESCO World Heritage Site), which runs several hundred meters below the city level, you will learn from your guide about the generations of miners who worked here in the mine and learn about the legends and facts that surround this amazing place. Hear stories about Princess Kinga and how she brought salt treasures to Polish lands, then admire the underground salt lakes by the mine and the beautifully lit halls that shine and sparkle. Endless corridors and shafts, a huge number of geological forms and figures created by people - this is a truly amazing sight for which it is worth climbing hundreds of stairs.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau
After arriving, we will start with a guided tour of the oldest part of the camp complex, a center of gradual extermination by creating inhuman living conditions and the extermination of prisoners. Here you will see: - the sinister gate of the camp with the inscription Arbeit macht frei; - former camp barracks, and today places of thematic exhibitions devoted to the history of the camp, illustrations of prisoners' lives, storing a collection of personal belongings, photos; - the wall where the prisoners were shot, barbed wire fencing, watch towers, gallows - everything that still testifies to the conditions under which the Nazi genocide took place. After a short break - a visit to Auschwitz II-Birkenau, located about 3 km away, occupying a huge area of 140 hectares. About 300 different buildings - barracks, latrines, guardhouses, illustrate the conditions in which the prisoners lived, and the gas chambers and the ruins of crematoria are a silent symbol of their extermination...
210 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Krakow
Head to the main starting point of the tour: Parking Kiss&Ride, 2 Wielopole Street. Check-in here is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour departure time.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Head to the main starting point of the tour: Parking Kiss&Ride, 2 Wielopole Street. Check-in here is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour departure time.
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- excursions.city
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Remember to bring your ID card or passport on the day of departure to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum (you will not be able to enter the museum without it).
- The name and surname on the reservation must be the same as in the ID card. The organizer does not bear any responsibility if any of our clients is denied entry to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum due to lack of documents
- Part of the tour is outdoors, so be prepared for different weather conditions - bring an umbrella, a heat hat, drinking water, comfortable shoes etc. In the mine, at any time of the year, the temperature is around 14-16 degrees Celsius, you can feel drafts.
- Eating and smoking, as well as acting in a loud manner are forbidden at the Museums.
- During the tour, small breaks are planned, we suggest taking a sandwich and water with you, it is worth having prepared converted money in Polish zlotys to buy food or souvenirs.
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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
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Wieliczka Salt Mine 1-Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Krakow.
How much does Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Wieliczka Salt Mine 1-Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $183 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 Memorial and Wieliczka Salt Mine 1-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 Memorial and Wieliczka Salt Mine 1-Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Krakow, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Wieliczka Salt Mine 1-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 Memorial and Wieliczka Salt Mine 1-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 Memorial and Wieliczka Salt Mine 1-Day Tour?
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Around 0 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 Memorial and Wieliczka Salt Mine 1-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: Zakopane & Hot Springs Tour with Cable Car (Hotel Pickup). 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.
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