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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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Get 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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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.
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Fast-track entry to Auschwitz I & Auschwitz II–Birkenau
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Guided tour by an official English/Italian/German/French/Spanish/Polish-speaking Auschwitz-Birkenau guide (as per option selected)
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Last-minute English guided tour (as per option selected)
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Hotel pick-up (as per option selected)
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Local host
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Headsets
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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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
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Please note that pets, smoking, luggage or large bags are not allowed.
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Strict dress code: short skirts are not allowed.
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Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the museum; only bags up to 30x20x10 cm in size are permitted.
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Baby strollers are not allowed inside.
Accessibility
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.
Additional information
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Guests may have to wait in long queues for some time before entering the camp. Please expect a considerable wait time at the entrance during peak season.
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Please note that tour timings may change, even within 24 hours of the scheduled start time. Kindly check the latest timing before your experience.
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Larger bags and luggage can be stored in the cloakroom.
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Pickup times are approximate and may vary on the day of your visit. While your preferred time will be recorded, the exact schedule is confirmed one day in advance and shared via email and/or WhatsApp, so we recommend allowing some flexibility when planning your day.
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If your accommodation is outside the pickup zone, in a restricted area, or in a location with limited vehicle access, you may be asked to meet at the closest available pickup point.
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Auschwitz is a highly regulated and sensitive historical site, and there are occasions when fast-track access cannot be guaranteed due to decisions made directly by the museum authorities.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
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Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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