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Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Fast-Track Tickets & Transfer Options

Guide leading a group through Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, Poland.
Entrance gate with 'Arbeit Macht Frei' at Auschwitz concentration camp, Poland.
Auschwitz-Birkenau barracks with barbed wire fence in the foreground.
Memorial and Muzeum Auschwitz - Birkenau Former German Nazi Concentration Extermination Camp, Poland

Embark on a harrowing journey into the past with a guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, offering a deep dive into Holocaust history.

    • Experience a journey through history on this guided tour, ideal for history enthusiasts and those seeking to understand the Holocaust.

    • Enjoy fast-track entry into Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau with pre-booked tickets, saving valuable time.

    • Traverse the haunting remnants of original barracks, gas chamber ruins, and stand before Auschwitz's iconic main gate, soaking in the weight of history.

    • Opt for ticket options including last-minute English guided tours, and the flexibility to choose a guide in your preferred language.

    • 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.

    • Fast-track entry to Auschwitz I & Auschwitz II–Birkenau

    • Guided tour by an official English/Italian/German/French/Spanish/Polish-speaking Auschwitz-Birkenau guide (as per option selected)

    • Last-minute English guided tour (as per option selected)

    • Local host

    • Headsets

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Guests from France, Spain, United Kingdom and over 74 countries have loved this experience
    Serena Strozzi

    Serena

    5/5

    Feb, 2025

    We thought until the last that the tickets were a FRAUD, REALLY, everything went WELL and we paid 10€ for a tour that other sites were offering at much higher prices! They changed the time for us the day before, delaying it by 1 hour (meeting at 9:50), the meeting place was respected, no queue (except at the controls, as for everyone), great guide. RECOMMENDED
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    Aiveen Glenn

    Aiveen

    5/5

    Feb, 2025

    The tour guides were amazing. Very informative.
    franciele malmo

    Franciele

    5/5

    Jan, 2025

    The tour was incredible, everything was very well explained and the time was right.
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    Lelievre Anthony

    Lelievre

    4/5

    Apr, 2025

    Very interesting, but the translator was missing, and the Birkenau section was too long compared with Auschwitz 1, missing 30m of the tour.
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    Deborah Christie

    Deborah

    5/5

    Apr, 2025

    Well organised with good communication before the trip and straightforward arrangements for the day. Our guide was knowledgeable and held the intrest of our party throughout. I would recommend for anyone wishing to visit such an important place.
  • Guided tour of History's darkest chapter

    This guided tour is a melancholy exploration of Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II–Birkenau, the infamous Nazi concentration camps. With over 1.5 million innocent lives lost during the Holocaust, these camps are enduring reminders of humanity's darkest chapter. An official guide leads your tour. Take in the haunting remnants of the camp, visit the barracks and the ruins of the gas chamber, and pay homage to the lives lost. A local host will meet you near Auschwitz I and ease your entry with pre-booked fast-track tickets.

    Tailored tours and fast-track entry

    Choose from English/Italian/German/French/Spanish/Polish-speaking Auschwitz-Birkenau guides or the Last-Minute English guided tour for spontaneous decisions. Your ticket includes a fast-track entry into both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II–Birkenau, bypassing the long queues. With headsets provided for an immersive auditory experience, you are set to delve deep into the Holocaust's harrowing history. Between the tour of Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II–Birkenau, there will be a 10-15 minute break for lunch, after which you will board a bus for the second part of the visit.

  • What’s not allowed

    • Please note that pets, smoking, luggage or large bags are not allowed.

    • Strict dress code: short skirts are not allowed.

    • Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the museum; only bags up to 30x20x10 cm in size are permitted.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.

    Additional information

    • Guests may have to wait in long queues for some time before entering the camp.

    • Larger bags and luggage can be stored in the cloakroom.

    • Please note that pick-up timings are subject to change and the pick-up details will be shared by our local partners.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show a valid student ID.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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