Auschwitz Birkenau Tour with Pickup and Lunch
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3.8/5
Based on 76 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Auschwitz Birkenau Tour with Pickup and Lunch worth booking?
Auschwitz Birkenau Tour with Pickup and Lunch is a 4-hour experience in Krakow, Poland, from $59 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 76 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 3.8/5 (76)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $59 per person
Visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp on a day trip from Krakow. Learn about the Holocaust and the camp's history with a licensed guide. Fresh made Lunch Box for each guest included. Be aware that final tour
What you get
About this experience
Visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp on a day trip from Krakow. Learn about the Holocaust and the camp's history with a licensed guide. Fresh made Lunch Box for each guest included. Be aware that final tour starts time depends on Museum authorities only and can be change.
What's included
Included
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Hotel drop-off
- Hotel pickup - If chosen
- Professional guide
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Lunch
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau
Visit KL Auschwitz 1. Walk through the iron gate bearing the notorious slogan Arbeit Macht Frei. See 22 brick barracks, which were prison for hundreds of thousands of victims of the Holocaust. The most chilling is block number 11, the so-called prison within the prison. Block 11 contained special torture chambers including dark chambers or standing cells where various punishments were inflicted on prisoners. The first attempts to kill people with Zyklon B took place in this block. The only preserved crematorium and gas chamber is located at the end of the camp. After the visit to KL Auschwitz 1, travel in the minivan to KL Auschwitz 2 Birkenau. This part of the camp is 25 times larger than Auschwitz 1 and it was the largest of the death camps. Over 1,100,000 people were murdered here. End your visit at the Memorial and pay respect to all of the victims of Nazi's genocide.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Krakow
At the front of the restaurant the parking lot of Birkenau. Meeting point is marked with the board: Royal Tours - Meeting Point.
Meeting point
Krakow
Kiss and Ride bus stop at the side of Poczta Glowna building.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 120 minutes before departure.
Ends at
At the front of the restaurant the parking lot of Birkenau. Meeting point is marked with the board: Royal Tours - Meeting Point.
Ends at
Kiss and Ride bus stop at the side of Poczta Glowna building.
Options you can book
Ticket & Lunch Box - French
Duration: 4 hours Packed Lunch Box: 2 x bread roll sandwiches (with meat, vegetarian or vegan), apple, dark chocolate wafer, mineral water. Starting point: Męczeństwa Narodów 14, 32-600 Brzezinka, Poland
Hotel Pickup - German
Lunch Box: 2 x bread roll sandwiches (with meat, vegetarian or vegan), apple, dark chocolate wafer, mineral water. Hotel Pickup Pickup included
Hotel Pickup - French
Lunch Box: 2 x bread roll sandwiches (with meat, vegetarian or vegan), apple, dark chocolate wafer, mineral water. Hotel Pickup Pickup included
Hotel Pickup - English
Lunch Box: 2 x bread roll sandwiches (with meat, vegetarian or vegan), apple, dark chocolate wafer, mineral water. Hotel Pickup Pickup included
Meeting Point Pickup - German
Lunch Box: 2 x bread roll sandwiches (with meat, vegetarian or vegan), apple, dark chocolate wafer, mineral water. Pickup included
Meeting Point Pickup - French
Lunch Box: Lunch Box consisting 2 x bread roll sandwiches, apple, banana, dark chocolate wafer, orbit gum, mineral water 0,5 l, tissue. Pickup included
Meeting Point Pickup - English
Lunch Box: 2 x bread roll sandwiches (with meat, vegetarian or vegan), apple, dark chocolate wafer, mineral water. Pickup included
Ticket & Lunch Box - German
Duration: 4 hours Packed Lunch Box: 2 x bread roll sandwiches (with meat, vegetarian or vegan), apple, dark chocolate wafer, mineral water. Starting point: Męczeństwa Narodów 14, 32-600 Brzezinka, Poland
Ticket & Lunch Box - English
Duration: 4 hours Packed Lunch Box: 2 x bread roll sandwiches (with meat, vegetarian or vegan), apple, dark chocolate wafer, mineral water. Starting point: Męczeństwa Narodów 14, 32-600 Brzezinka, Poland
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Royal Tours Krakow
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 76 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
76 verified traveler reviews for Auschwitz Birkenau Tour with Pickup and Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Moving and Worthwhile Experience
Be prepared for a very moving and sombre experience. The tour was well organised and pretty much as expected, with a knowledgeable and respectful guide. It was extremely hot when we visited, so I would strongly recommend taking plenty of water with you. We were glad we had brought our own. Lunch was supposed to be included but wasn’t provided, although this wasn’t a problem for us as we had taken snacks and there was an opportunity to buy food and drinks at the transfer station. Overall, it was a very worthwhile experience. It feels strange to describe a visit to Auschwitz as “enjoyable”, but it was certainly meaningful, informative and something I’m very glad we did.
via Viator
Don’t trust this tour operator
Do not trust the morning departure times listed by this operator. They engage in a deceptive practice of selling "ghost tickets" for standard morning slots that they do not actually own. Once you are locked in, they send a last-minute notification changing your pickup time to a pre-dawn hour (around 5AM) to force you into a physical standby queue at the museum gates. This is a highly stressful, dishonest way to run a tour. We refused to participate in this scam, which left us deeply disappointed and without a way to visit the memorial today. While GetYourGuide safely refunded our money immediately, the emotional disappointment remains. Protect your holiday plans: book your entry time slot directly on the official Auschwitz-Birkenau website and use the local train (only 18 PLN) to get there. Avoid this agency at all costs.
via Tripadvisor
Auchweitz
Walking not for the faint of heart. Great experience to behold. Very overwhelming. It is a must see.
via Viator
Excellent guided tour
We got fantastic service and our guide was excellent. He was very knowledgeable and constantly reminded us to show respect at side. We really appreciated the tour and we can surely recommend this guidance.
via Tripadvisor
Really good
Auschwitz tour with driver michal from royal tours. Really happy with the tour.🌟
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $59 to $120
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 27
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Auschwitz Birkenau Tour with Pickup and Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Krakow.
How much does Auschwitz Birkenau Tour with Pickup and Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $59 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 Tour with Pickup and Lunch take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Tour with Pickup and Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 76 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 Tour with Pickup and Lunch?
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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 Tour with Pickup and Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Auschwitz Birkenau Tour with Pickup and Lunch?
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Around 27 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Auschwitz Birkenau Tour with Pickup and Lunch 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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