Auschwitz Tour from Krakow
Auschwitz Concentration Camp Official Tour & Tickets
Prepare for a profound experience as you embark on a guided tour through the Auschwitz Concentration Camp, encompassing both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau. Throughout this 7-hour tour, you'll gain invaluable insights into the atrocities committed during the Holocaust. Your visit will be led by an expert guide who will provide historical context and guide you through the heart-wrenching exhibits and locations.
Our tour ensures your visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is informative, educational, and hassle-free. We provide a well-organized itinerary, fast-track admission, and punctual transportation, all designed to make your experience seamless and enlightening.
Tour Schedule
- Departure: Meet your group in the historic center of Kraków and board a comfortable air-conditioned coach.
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial Site: Arrive at the memorial site and begin your emotional journey into the heart of Auschwitz's tragic history.
- Auschwitz I: Explore Auschwitz I, witnessing its poignant exhibitions and reflecting on its grim past.
- Auschwitz II: Continue to Auschwitz II-Birkenau, where you'll experience the scale of this extermination camp.
- Return: Depart Auschwitz, your heart heavy with history, and return to Kraków.
Experience the Memorial and Museum: What to Expect
Embarking on a tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum is a poignant and deeply educational journey that offers a profound connection to history. As you step foot onto this solemn ground, you're embarking on a mission to honor the memories of the millions who suffered and perished during one of humanity's darkest periods.
Auschwitz I: Reflecting on Atrocities
Your journey begins with a visit to Auschwitz I, the main camp. Here, you'll witness the grim history through the poignant exhibitions that have been thoughtfully curated to provide a comprehensive understanding of the events that unfolded. As you walk through the camp, the authentic artifacts and preserved areas will bring the chilling reality of the Holocaust into stark focus. Your guide, well-versed in the history and context, will provide insightful commentary, allowing you to engage on a deeper level with the tragic past.
Auschwitz II-Birkenau: Grasping the Scale
Auschwitz II-Birkenau, located just a short distance away, is a site that encapsulates the vastness of the horror that took place. As you traverse the grounds, the remains of the barracks, train tracks, and gas chambers stand as silent witnesses to the unimaginable suffering. Your guide will reveal the harrowing stories of the victims, offering a glimpse into the daily life and hardships faced in this death camp.
Auschwitz and Salt Mine Tour
If you want to save money and visit the city's two unmissable excursions on the same day, check out our: Krakow Combo: Auschwitz and Salt Mine Tour.
More Information
Duration
7h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Transport in an air–conditioned coach
English–speaking guide
Skip–the–line admission to Auschwitz–Birkenau Concentration Camps
Not included
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Only some areas are accessible. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- Reusable headsets are used.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Krakow Booking
Corporate name: ETG Poland s.c. Marcin Gil, Dariusz Żelazny
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Is there a reason that it is not possible to reserve the tour on the 20th 21st and 22nd of April?
A - It is not possible to visit Auschwitz on the 20th 21st and 22nd of April, as those dates are reserved for visits by concentration camp survivors and family members.
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Q - How will we ensure we can hear the explainations during the tour?
A - All visitors will be given headphones to follow the tour.
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Q - Is it possible to request a child seat?
A - Yes, but please mention it in the comments when making your reservation.
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Q - Can we take luggage on the excursion?
A - Yes.
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Q - How much time will we spend during the visits to each camp?
A - Approximately 3.5 hours for both Auschwitz I and in Auschwitz II-Birkenau.
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Q - What should we bring on the tour?
A - Make sure to bring your identity card or passport to get your tickets. Also, you should wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes appropriate for being outside. You may also want to bring lunch.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Straszewskiego, 14
