Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau Tours
Discover the somber reality of the Holocaust at the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp in Krakow. On an Auschwitz Birkenau tour, explore the memorial, visit not just the prisoner barracks, but the gas chambers as well. Get skip-the-line entry, guided tours, round-trip transfers from Krakow, and combo offers with your tour.From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers
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Immerse in a full-day guided historical tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration camp from World War II, starting from Krakow.
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Enjoy prompt and comfortable round-trip AC transfers from Krakow, ensuring a seamless journey, and uncover intriguing details from your expert guide.
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Walk through Auschwitz I's brick barracks, Block 11's torture chambers, and Auschwitz II's concentration camp, each echoing grim tales from the past.
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Tailor your experience with ticket options including a choice of guide’s language and an optional lunchbox for convenience.
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Did you know? The Auschwitz I camp was originally constructed to hold Polish political prisoners. It was only later that it became a center for the extermination of the Jews.
More details
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Immerse in a full-day guided historical tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration camp from World War II, starting from Krakow.
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Enjoy prompt and comfortable round-trip AC transfers from Krakow, ensuring a seamless journey, and uncover intriguing details from your expert guide.
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Walk through Auschwitz I's brick barracks, Block 11's torture chambers, and Auschwitz II's concentration camp, each echoing grim tales from the past.
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Tailor your experience with ticket options including a choice of guide’s language and an optional lunchbox for convenience.
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Did you know? The Auschwitz I camp was originally constructed to hold Polish political prisoners. It was only later that it became a center for the extermination of the Jews.
Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Fast-Track Tickets
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Experience a journey through history on this guided tour, ideal for history enthusiasts and those seeking to understand the Holocaust.
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Enjoy fast-track entry into Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau with pre-booked tickets, saving valuable time.
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Traverse the haunting remnants of original barracks, gas chamber ruins, and stand before Auschwitz's iconic main gate, soaking in the weight of history.
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Opt for ticket options including last-minute English guided tours, and the flexibility to choose a guide in your preferred language.
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Did you know? The infamous sign at the Auschwitz gate, ‘Arbeit Macht Frei’ (Work Sets You Free), was made by prisoners who subtly sabotaged it, inverting the 'B' as an act of defiance.
More details
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Experience a journey through history on this guided tour, ideal for history enthusiasts and those seeking to understand the Holocaust.
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Enjoy fast-track entry into Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau with pre-booked tickets, saving valuable time.
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Traverse the haunting remnants of original barracks, gas chamber ruins, and stand before Auschwitz's iconic main gate, soaking in the weight of history.
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Opt for ticket options including last-minute English guided tours, and the flexibility to choose a guide in your preferred language.
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Did you know? The infamous sign at the Auschwitz gate, ‘Arbeit Macht Frei’ (Work Sets You Free), was made by prisoners who subtly sabotaged it, inverting the 'B' as an act of defiance.
From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour
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Go on an 11-hour guided tour, visiting both Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine in one day. A perfect way to explore two iconic sites!
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Expert guides shed light on the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine, while round-trip AC bus transfers from Krakow ensure a smooth, hassle-free tour.
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Auschwitz-Birkenau, established in 1940 near Oświęcim, stands as a symbol of horrific cruelty, exploring its barracks, gas chambers, and crematoriums.
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Visit the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine, descend 64m, and explore chambers, salt shrines, and lakes, all in a unique, therapeutic microclimate.
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Choose from flexible ticket options that include hotel pick-up and drop-off, meeting point pick-up, and a lunchbox, tailoring your tour to your preferences.
More details
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Go on an 11-hour guided tour, visiting both Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine in one day. A perfect way to explore two iconic sites!
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Expert guides shed light on the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine, while round-trip AC bus transfers from Krakow ensure a smooth, hassle-free tour.
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Auschwitz-Birkenau, established in 1940 near Oświęcim, stands as a symbol of horrific cruelty, exploring its barracks, gas chambers, and crematoriums.
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Visit the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine, descend 64m, and explore chambers, salt shrines, and lakes, all in a unique, therapeutic microclimate.
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Choose from flexible ticket options that include hotel pick-up and drop-off, meeting point pick-up, and a lunchbox, tailoring your tour to your preferences.
From Warsaw: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers
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Don't wait in queues; instead, skip lines to discover the tragic history of Auschwitz-Birkenau with a professional guide and a small group of up to 8 people.
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Enjoy comfortable hotel transfers from Warsaw in an airconditioned bus, making your journey stress-free.
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See the infamous 'Arbeit Macht Frei' gate, barracks, gas chambers, and crematoria that reveal the stories of the daily lives of prisoners.
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Learn about the origins, operation, and resistance movements that took place at the camp. It stands as a powerful reminder of the dangers of hatred, intolerance, and indifference.
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Did you know? Auschwitz was the largest Nazi concentration camp and extermination camp during World War II. Over 1.3 million people, mostly Jews, were killed there.
More details
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Don't wait in queues; instead, skip lines to discover the tragic history of Auschwitz-Birkenau with a professional guide and a small group of up to 8 people.
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Enjoy comfortable hotel transfers from Warsaw in an airconditioned bus, making your journey stress-free.
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See the infamous 'Arbeit Macht Frei' gate, barracks, gas chambers, and crematoria that reveal the stories of the daily lives of prisoners.
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Learn about the origins, operation, and resistance movements that took place at the camp. It stands as a powerful reminder of the dangers of hatred, intolerance, and indifference.
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Did you know? Auschwitz was the largest Nazi concentration camp and extermination camp during World War II. Over 1.3 million people, mostly Jews, were killed there.
From Katowice: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers
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Unearth the grim realities of the Holocaust on a guided tour from Katowice to Auschwitz-Birkenau, with a knowledgeable guide at your side.
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No waiting in long lines with exclusive skip-the-line access, saving precious time to explore the haunting yet significant sites.
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Avail seamless round-trip transportation in air-conditioned comfort, with the added advantage of a guide proficient in English, Italian, French, and Portuguese.
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Witness the haunting remains of Auschwitz I and II-Birkenau, including barracks, gas chambers, and crematoria, as your guide shares poignant Holocaust stories.
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Did you know? Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum preserves about 110,000 shoes of the victims? This is a chilling testament to the scale of the tragedy that took place here.
More details
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Unearth the grim realities of the Holocaust on a guided tour from Katowice to Auschwitz-Birkenau, with a knowledgeable guide at your side.
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No waiting in long lines with exclusive skip-the-line access, saving precious time to explore the haunting yet significant sites.
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Avail seamless round-trip transportation in air-conditioned comfort, with the added advantage of a guide proficient in English, Italian, French, and Portuguese.
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Witness the haunting remains of Auschwitz I and II-Birkenau, including barracks, gas chambers, and crematoria, as your guide shares poignant Holocaust stories.
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Did you know? Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum preserves about 110,000 shoes of the victims? This is a chilling testament to the scale of the tragedy that took place here.
From Wroclaw: Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers
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Immerse in a full-day guided tour from Wroclaw to Auschwitz-Birkenau, offering a poignant insight into the Holocaust, with the convenience of hotel transfers.
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Skip the queue with fast-track entry to Auschwitz-Birkenau, thus maximizing your time exploring this haunting World War II site.
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Walk through the gas chambers and crematorium, and observe the special exhibits that shed light on the cruel realities of the concentration camp life.
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Benefit from the knowledge of an expert guide, in English, French, Italian, or Portuguese, who'll share invaluable historical context and answer your queries.
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Did you know? Soviet troops liberated Auschwitz on January 27, 1945. Today, this date is commemorated as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
More details
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Immerse in a full-day guided tour from Wroclaw to Auschwitz-Birkenau, offering a poignant insight into the Holocaust, with the convenience of hotel transfers.
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Skip the queue with fast-track entry to Auschwitz-Birkenau, thus maximizing your time exploring this haunting World War II site.
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Walk through the gas chambers and crematorium, and observe the special exhibits that shed light on the cruel realities of the concentration camp life.
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Benefit from the knowledge of an expert guide, in English, French, Italian, or Portuguese, who'll share invaluable historical context and answer your queries.
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Did you know? Soviet troops liberated Auschwitz on January 27, 1945. Today, this date is commemorated as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Auschwitz Sub-Camps Discovery Tour with Guide
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Prepare to witness the lives of the holocaust prisoners at the lesser-known Auschwitz sub-camps. Learn about practices like forced labor and medical experiments on prisoners.
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Uncover chilling first-hand accounts from your guide, with stories and photos of how German industrial plants and farms were repurposed as Nazi sub-camps.
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From forced farming to food crimes, experience the grim realities of the chilling history of KL Auschwitz Wirtschaftshof and the SS canteen.
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Round-trip transfers make it easy to reach the memorial sites and optional lunch packages provide the needed refreshments.
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Did you know that approximately 232,000 children and youths under the age of 18 were part of the over 1.3 million individuals deported to Auschwitz-Birkenau?
More details
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Prepare to witness the lives of the holocaust prisoners at the lesser-known Auschwitz sub-camps. Learn about practices like forced labor and medical experiments on prisoners.
-
Uncover chilling first-hand accounts from your guide, with stories and photos of how German industrial plants and farms were repurposed as Nazi sub-camps.
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From forced farming to food crimes, experience the grim realities of the chilling history of KL Auschwitz Wirtschaftshof and the SS canteen.
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Round-trip transfers make it easy to reach the memorial sites and optional lunch packages provide the needed refreshments.
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Did you know that approximately 232,000 children and youths under the age of 18 were part of the over 1.3 million individuals deported to Auschwitz-Birkenau?
From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers
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Hop aboard a comfortable air-conditioned minivan for a full-day guided journey into the chilling history of World War II, starting from Krakow.
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Walk through the iron gates of KL Auschwitz 1, explore haunting brick barracks and visit the Memorial commemorating the Jews who lost their lives here.
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Enter Auschwitz II-Birkenau, opened in March 1942 as a site for the extermination of over 1 million Jews during the Holocaust.
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Customise the tour with language preferences, opt for an optional upgrade to a private English-guided tour or enjoy a delicious lunch box.
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Did you know? The prisoners in Auschwitz were tattooed with a number, which was a unique identifier. This practice was unique to Auschwitz and was not done in other concentration camps.
More details
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Hop aboard a comfortable air-conditioned minivan for a full-day guided journey into the chilling history of World War II, starting from Krakow.
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Walk through the iron gates of KL Auschwitz 1, explore haunting brick barracks and visit the Memorial commemorating the Jews who lost their lives here.
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Enter Auschwitz II-Birkenau, opened in March 1942 as a site for the extermination of over 1 million Jews during the Holocaust.
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Customise the tour with language preferences, opt for an optional upgrade to a private English-guided tour or enjoy a delicious lunch box.
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Did you know? The prisoners in Auschwitz were tattooed with a number, which was a unique identifier. This practice was unique to Auschwitz and was not done in other concentration camps.
Pro tips to help you make a pick
Due to its significance and popularity, Auschwitz-Birkenau attracts a lot of visitors throughout the year. So book your tickets in advance to secure your spot and avoid long queues.
Aim to arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled entry time to allow for security checks and orientation.
Wear comfortable clothing and footwear as you'll be walking and standing for extended periods.
Consider joining a guided tour led by a knowledgeable guide who can provide deeper insights into the history and significance of Auschwitz-Birkenau. Guided tours often offer a more structured and informative experience.
Allow ample time to explore the various exhibits, memorials, and barracks within the Auschwitz concentration camp. Rushing through the site may prevent you from fully absorbing its significance and impact.
Visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau can evoke strong emotions and reactions. If you find yourself overwhelmed, don't hesitate to seek support from fellow visitors, tour guides, or designated staff members.
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About Auschwitz concentration camp
The Auschwitz Concentration Camp witnessed the suffering of millions of Jews during World War II. Its solemn grounds now serve as a memorial and museum, preserving the memory of those who perished within its confines.
Between 1940 and 1945, Auschwitz received over 1.3 million deportees. Tragically, approximately 1.1 million, primarily Jews, met their untimely demise within its confines.
The entrance of Auschwitz I bears the German phrase "Arbeit macht frei," translated as "Work sets you free." Crafted by prisoners, the sign holds a symbolic defiance, as they subtly inverted the letter 'B'.
Attempting to break free from the horrors, over 800 prisoners dared to escape from Auschwitz. However, only 144 succeeded, while 327 were recaptured, and the fate of others remains unknown.
Dr. Josef Mengele, infamously known as the "Angel of Death" at the Auschwitz Concentration Camp, used to conduct medical experiments on prisoners, especially on twins and dwarfs.
Why visit Auschwitz concentration camp?
Highlights
Auschwitz I
Auschwitz I, established in 1940, served as the primary concentration camp and headquarters of the SS garrison. Its gate bares the chilling inscription, "Arbeit Macht Frei" - "Work Sets You Free." The site has ruins of barracks, prison cells, and gas chambers, bearing witness to the horrors of the past.
Auschwitz II - Birkenau
Auschwitz II - Birkenau was built in 1941 as an expansion of the concentration camp to accommodate the influx of political prisoners and Jews. Visitors can view the railway tracks and original cattle cars used for deportations, as well as the ruins of crematoriums and barracks. This site was a focal point for the systematic extermination of Jewish people, with the majority of Auschwitz's victims meeting their fate in Birkenau.
Plan your visit
The main entrance
This entrance is used to enter Auschwitz I or the main concentration camp.
The Hell’s Gate
This entrance leads to Auschwitz II - Birkenau camp which is located 3 km away from Auschwitz I camp.
Auschwitz is closed on:
- January 1
- December 25
- Easter.
Toilets are available at both camps, but you need to pay a small fee to use them.
Lockers are available for a small fee. Please note that these lockers can get full during peak tourist season.
A paid parking facility is available near the entrance. The car park is unguarded but monitored.
Auschwitz is wheelchair accessible with wheelchair-friendly ramps, designated parking spots, and restrooms.
Wheelchairs are available free of charge at the Visitor Service Centre.
Assistance dogs are allowed inside the camp if you have a training certificate and an updated vaccination record. The dog must also be kept on a leash all the time.