
From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum Guided Tour
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Is From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum Guided Tour worth booking?
From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum Guided Tour is a 7-hour experience in Krakow, Poland, from $40 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $40 per person
The German concentration camp complex in the Polish town of Auschwitz was established in 1940. You will learn about living conditions of prisoners, about exhausting work, about terrible medical experiments and about libe
What you get
About this experience
The German concentration camp complex in the Polish town of Auschwitz was established in 1940. You will learn about living conditions of prisoners, about exhausting work, about terrible medical experiments and about liberation of the camp by the Soviet troops. The program includes a tour of the two parts of the former camp: Auschwitz and Birkenau.
What's included
Included
- WiFi on board
- Professional guide, museum employee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Professional English-speaking driver or tour pilot
Not included
- Food & Drink
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Krakow
Departure from Krakow to Oswiecim (1.5 hours on the way)
90 minutes here
Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau
Visiting Auschwitz - the German concentration camp complex in the Polish town of Oswiecim was established in 1940. You will learn about living conditions of prisoners, about exhausting work, about terrible medical experiments and about liberation of the camp by the Soviet troops. Transfer to Birkenau (10 minutes en route) further exploring the grounds of the former concentration camp (1.5 hours).
240 minutes here · Admission included
Krakow
Return to Krakow (1.5 hours on the way)
90 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Krakow
Go to Parking Kiss&Ride (2 Wielopole street) next to the Main Post Office /Poczta Glowna/, and look for a vehicle with an "excursions.city" sign. Please pay attention to this sign while waiting for collection. Check-in here is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour departure time.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Regardless of whether you have chosen the pick-up option or the main meeting point, you will be dropped off at the end of the tour to the center of Krakow at 2 Wielopole Street
Options you can book
Dutch TOUR (MEETING POINT)
English Small Group Pick up
MAX. 15 Participants/group : Guided English Tour in a reduced group (15 vs. standard 30 people) Pickup included
ENGLISH TOUR (HOTEL PICK UP)
Duration: 7 hours English guided tour: with Pick up from Hotel Pickup included
ITALIAN TOUR (MEETING POINT)
LAST MINUTE (MEETING POINT)
Dutch TOUR (HOTEL PICK UP)
Pickup included
ENGLISH TOUR (MEETING POINT)
Duration: 7 hours English guided tour: - start from main meeting point
LAST MINUTE (HOTEL PICK UP)
Pickup included
FRENCH TOUR (MEETING POINT)
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it, fr, nl
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- excursions.city
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- MAIN DEPARTURE POINT: Parking Kiss&Ride (2 Wielopole street). Please check in at your chosen meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled start time of the tour.
- The hours you book are tentative and may change, and departures from Krakow may take place in the following hours: 7.00 am – 11.30 am. You will receive a message with the exact departure time until 7 pm on the day before the activity. Please check in at your chosen meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled start time of the tour.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum Guided Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
An unforgettable experience
This place was one of the places I had always dreamed of visiting, and frankly, I wasn't disappointed. Our guide, Margot, was wonderful; she helped us understand what the Jews, Roma, and other minorities experienced during World War II. We felt like we were walking in their footsteps.
via Tripadvisor
Perfect tour!
Tour and transportation from hotel to the Auschwitz museum and back was arranged perfectly. Driver even arranged some lunch to us in order to get something to eat during quite long day. I can really recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Interesting
Great interesting experience. Only problem was we got a late phone call saying the booking changed from 9:00am to 6:30am the night before
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
- Price range
- $40 to $99
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum Guided Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Krakow.
How much does From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum Guided Tour cost?
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Prices start at $40 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 From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum 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 From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum Guided Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 4 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 From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum 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 From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum 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 From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum Guided Tour?
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Around 1 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 From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum 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: 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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