Krakow Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Entry Tickets
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Krakow Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Entry Tickets is a 7-hour experience in Krakow, Poland, from $219 per person. It scores 51 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.
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- 51 / 100
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- Duration
- 7 hours
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- $219 per person
Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau on a well-organized tour from Krakow, with transportation, entrance tickets, a museum guide, and tour leader assistance arranged for you. Start with pickup from your hotel or a selected meeting
What you get
- Drop-off at your selected location in Krakow
- Headsets to hear the museum guide clearly
- All transportation costs, parking fees and taxes
- Hotel/accommodation pickup or selected meeting point in Krakow
- Guided tour with an authorized Auschwitz-Birkenau museum guide
- Entry tickets to Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau
About this experience
Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau on a well-organized tour from Krakow, with transportation, entrance tickets, a museum guide, and tour leader assistance arranged for you. Start with pickup from your hotel or a selected meeting point in Krakow and travel directly to the memorial. Upon arrival, your tour leader will assist you before you join an authorized museum guide for a guided visit of Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau. Explore the most important parts of both sites, see original buildings, prisoner barracks, historical exhibitions, the railway ramp, and the remains of the gas chambers and crematoria while learning about the history of Auschwitz and the people imprisoned there. After the visit, your driver will take you back to your selected location in Krakow. - Hassle-free round-trip transportation from Krakow - Entrance tickets to Auschwitz I and Birkenau included - Guided visit with an authorized museum guide - Tour leader assistance throughout the trip
What's included
Included
- Drop-off at your selected location in Krakow
- Headsets to hear the museum guide clearly
- All transportation costs, parking fees and taxes
- Hotel/accommodation pickup or selected meeting point in Krakow
- Guided tour with an authorized Auschwitz-Birkenau museum guide
- Entry tickets to Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau
- Round-trip transportation from Krakow by air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking driver and tour leader assistance throughout the trip
Not included
- Food and drinks
What you'll see and do
Krakow
Your experience begins in Krakow with pickup from your hotel or a selected meeting point. Sit back and relax during the approximately 1.5-hour journey to Oświęcim in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival, you will have a short break before entering the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum.
60 minutes here
Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau
You will receive your entrance ticket, pass through the security check, collect your headset, and meet your English-speaking museum guide. Begin the guided tour by walking through the historic gate bearing the inscription “Arbeit Macht Frei.” Explore the grounds of Auschwitz I and learn about the history of the camp, which was established by Nazi Germany in 1940. During the visit, enter several original prisoner blocks that now house historical exhibitions, documents and personal belongings of victims. You will also see preserved parts of the camp, including the original fences, watchtowers and the Death Wall. Throughout the visit, your museum guide will provide historical context and explain the experiences of those who were imprisoned at Auschwitz.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Brzezinka
After visiting Auschwitz I, continue to Auschwitz II-Birkenau, located approximately 3 km away. This was the largest camp within the Auschwitz complex and became the main site of mass extermination. Continue your guided tour with your museum guide and explore the vast grounds of Birkenau. See the original railway ramp where deportees arrived, preserved prisoner barracks, the remains of the gas chambers and crematoria, and other important parts of the former camp. Your guide will explain the living conditions prisoners faced, the selection process that took place after arrival, and the history of Birkenau during World War II.
60 minutes here
Krakow
After visiting Birkenau, you will have some free time to take a break, use the restroom, or visit the bookstore. Then, meet your driver and relax on the journey back to Krakow. You will be dropped off at your selected location.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Krakow
Please arrive at the designated meeting point at 2 Wielopole Street. The meeting point is located at the tourist bus stop marked with a “K+R BUS” sign. One day before the tour, we will send you the exact pickup time and bus number. Upon arrival, the tour leader will call out the guests’ names.
Meeting point
Krakow
Please arrive at the designated meeting point at 65 Starowiślna Street. The meeting point is located at the tourist bus stop marked with a “K+R BUS” sign. One day before the tour, we will send you the exact pickup time and bus number. Upon arrival, the tour leader will call out the guests’ names.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Please arrive at the designated meeting point at 2 Wielopole Street. The meeting point is located at the tourist bus stop marked with a “K+R BUS” sign. One day before the tour, we will send you the exact pickup time and bus number. Upon arrival, the tour leader will call out the guests’ names.
Ends at
Please arrive at the designated meeting point at 65 Starowiślna Street. The meeting point is located at the tourist bus stop marked with a “K+R BUS” sign. One day before the tour, we will send you the exact pickup time and bus number. Upon arrival, the tour leader will call out the guests’ names.
Options you can book
ENGLISH TOUR - GUARANTEED TIME
Museum entry time is confirmed: Your departure time is guaranteed within ±30 minutes of the time selected during booking. This option: is recommended if you need a more predictable schedule for your day ⭐
ENGLISH TOUR - MEETING POINT
IMPORTANT: : Departure time is not final and may change. Exact meeting time will be confirmed one day before the tour.
ENGLISH TOUR - HOTEL PICKUP
Pick up from the Hotel : Hotel pickup in central Krakow with up to 4 stops. Pickup included
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
- Michael's Krakow Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IMPORTANT - Full names of all participants must be provided immediately after booking and must match their passport or ID. Each participant must bring a valid ID or passport. Entry may be refused if the name does not match the ID or if a valid document cannot be presented.
- ⏰ Tour start time – the most important information. The departure time displayed on Viator is only approximate and should not be considered your final pickup time. The exact entry time is assigned exclusively by the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum, so unfortunately I cannot choose or change it. Because of the Museum's booking system, your pickup may be scheduled any time between approximately ⚠️ 6:00 AM and early afternoon. Early morning departures are completely normal and apply to all organized Auschwitz tours.
- Your confirmed pickup time will be sent to you one day before the tour.
- To help you plan your day, I recommend keeping your schedule flexible, as the final pickup time depends entirely on the Museum's assigned entry slot.
- Tour language: please note that this tour is conducted entirely in English.
- About the pace of the visit Many guests ask whether there will be enough time to see everything. The Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum welcomes thousands of visitors every day, so every guided tour follows the same official schedule and route. The Museum guide sets the pace for the entire group, which means it isn't possible to slow down, extend the visit or spend extra time in individual exhibitions. Although some visitors would naturally like more time in certain areas, but the schedule is set by the Museum and is the same for every official guided tour.
- Small bags are allowed; larger items can be securely stored in the locked bus.
- ️ Auschwitz-Birkenau is a memorial site. We kindly ask all guests to behave respectfully throughout the tour.
- ℹ️ Please note: The pace of the visit is set by the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and is the same for all guided groups. To follow the Museum schedule, it is not possible to spend extra time at individual locations or adjust the pace for individual participants.
- FOOD & DRINKS: there is very limited time for food during the tour, and food options at the museum are limited. We strongly recommend bringing your own snacks or a packed lunch, as well as a bottle of water.
- [MOBILITY] Please be prepared for a considerable amount of walking at both Auschwitz I and Birkenau, including uneven surfaces and stairs. The tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties and is not suitable for wheelchair users.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $219 to $350
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
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Krakow Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Entry Tickets: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Krakow.
How much does Krakow Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Entry Tickets cost?
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Prices start at $219 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 Krakow Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Entry Tickets 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 Krakow Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Entry Tickets 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 (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 Krakow Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Entry Tickets?
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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 Krakow Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Entry Tickets suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 7-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Krakow Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Entry Tickets?
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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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Krakow Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Entry Tickets 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.
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