Guided Tours

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

Name: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Fast-Track Tickets & Transfer Options
Start: 2026-09-09T10:00:00
End: 2026-09-09T13:30:00
Location: Krakow

4.4/5(23,433)

Giorgio F

Couple

Verified booking

Yesterday

A tour operated by Cracovia Visit, with the final departure time confirmed the day before. The tour leader from escursionicracovia.it, Salvatore, was exceptionally kind, always paying attention to everyone and organizing the experience in an exemplary manner. Many people complain about schedule changes and, at times, pick-up times that are much earlier than what was chosen during the booking process. It’s important to remember that the Auschwitz complex confirms guide slots the day before, and, paradoxically, it’s actually better to be picked up very early in the morning and being among the first to enter—rather than having a leisurely breakfast and perhaps spending hours going through security checks... I was lucky enough to enter at 7:30 a.m. after being picked up at 5:40 a.m., and entering among the first groups in the camps allows you to tour everything in the silence that a memorial like this deserves.

Lara S

Family

Verified booking

4 days ago

The organization was perfect! They moved our tour up by about an hour and a half, but we knew that could happen. Otherwise, the bus transfers and the tour itself were exceptionally well organized. In August, there are so many people, so the tour moves along a bit quickly. But our guide, Margherita—who spoke perfect Italian—led us with great professionalism, expertise, and deep respect. Needless to say, the tour was truly moving—we were moved to tears several times. Seeing those places in person—the children’s hair and shoes—stirs something deep inside you; it’s impossible to explain. We were so eager to take this tour that we recommend it to everyone! In fact, it should be mandatory for all schools.

Mark A

Family

Verified booking

4 days ago

Visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau was a deeply moving and unforgettable experience. Our guide was knowledgeable, respectful, and explained the history clearly and sensitively. Walking through the camp was emotionally difficult, but it gave us a much deeper understanding of the Holocaust and the importance of remembering its victims. The tour was very well organized and conducted with the dignity this place deserves. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in history—it is not an easy visit, but it is an important and meaningful one.

Birgit L

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

Thanks to a very engaging guide and a wonderful tour leader, we were able to enjoy an impressive tour that was perfectly tailored to the history of Auschwitz. The organization—from the booking process, including the instructions on the meeting point and the reminder, to the welcome at the meeting point, the transfers between the individual stops, and the farewell—deserves a huge thank you. Special thanks also to our tour guide, who presented the museum grounds and the history in a very compelling way.

Paolo P

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

I really appreciated the empathy and knowledge of the guide who led us on our tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau. He guided us with expertise, professionalism, and the sensitivity required in such a significant place. He shared some anecdotes about the people who lived through those tragic events, making the tour even more poignant.

Selim D

Solo

Verified booking

Yesterday

The most compelling moments of the tour were the sections where the guide recounted historical events in an extremely respectful, clear, and compelling manner. In particular, seeing the camp sites, barracks, and exhibits of personal belongings made the magnitude of history feel much more vivid. Rather than a mere “pleasure” trip, it was an extremely thought-provoking, educational, and unforgettable visit.

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

Get 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.

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)

Hotel or meeting point pick-up (as per option selected)

Local host

Headsets

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Judy G
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Apart from the time being changed the day before from 9am to 5:30am (it meant we had more time to see other things later on in the day) the rest of the tour was excellent. The organisation was good no problems with the pick up or drop off. Approaching Aschwich, as we entered the car park, you could feel the atmosphere shift into a quiet respectful silence. Walking through the grounds and brick blocks was deeply solemn and tough experience and anchored to the atrocities which people endured. An unforgettable experience which we should never forget. Our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable she explained everything in detail and looked after us well. A must see experience that you will never forget!
Ion R
Couple
Verified booking
Aug 2026
You can’t prepare yourself for the moment when you walk through that cursed gate with “Arbeit Macht Frei” written on it. You can’t prepare yourself for the rooms filled with hair, glasses, suitcases… every object was a PERSON. A name. A life that dreamed, loved, and hoped. At Birkenau, the silence screams. Those train tracks that end in nowhere… the endless barracks… the wind that still seems to carry the cries of over a million souls. I had a lump in my throat and bowed my head. Out of pain, out of helplessness, out of shame that one human being could do this to another. If you ever find yourself in Krakow, go there. It’s not tourism. It’s a lesson. A duty. So that we NEVER forget.
Emily W
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The guide Karol was fabulous, but could have been approachable for more questions. It didn't take from the experience though. The driver was fabulous and kept everyone on time. The bus was on time. Everything went smoothly from start to finish. Plenty chances to snack. I wish this was never a museum/memorial people need to visit, but as a memorial it was done so well. You can read all you want, it doesn't compare to standing where they stood and I have come away with some inward reviewing.
Winfred K
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The guide was very knowledgeable and did a great job of conveying the story. He also asked for respectful silence at the appropriate moments, given the traumatic events that took place at those sites. Please note that the departure time is subject to significant change. We had signed up for the 10:00 a.m. group and were already on the bus at 5:45 a.m.—much earlier than planned.
Valerio A
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Everything was perfect, just as described in the email. The minibus was very nice and ran right on schedule. On board, there was an English-speaking guide, as specified, who took us to Auschwitz, where we were met by an Italian guide. The guide was always available to assist with any of our requests. The return trip was also perfect.

Your experience

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.

Know before you go

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.

Baby strollers are not allowed inside.

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. Please expect a considerable wait time at the entrance during peak season.

Larger bags and luggage can be stored in the cloakroom.

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.

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.

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.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Please download your ticket after booking and present it at the entrance. Do not present the booking voucher, as it is not valid for entry and cannot be exchanged at the ticket office.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.