Guided Tours

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

Name: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Fast-Track Tickets & Transfer Options
Start: 2026-08-02T14:30:00
End: 2026-08-02T21:30:00
Location: Krakow

4.4/5(22,963)

Victor R

Solo

Verified booking

Yesterday

The quality and tone of the guide's explanations. In a place like this, it couldn't be any other way, but Sergio's professionalism was outstanding.

Leonardus S

Group

Verified booking

Yesterday

The Dutch-speaking guide was excellent. And the trip was very well organized. But be careful! Head Out confirms the time and pickup location you selected, but you’re only told the exact boarding location very early in the morning—one day in advance (for us, it was 5:45 a.m.!). They’ll give you all sorts of excuses, but I’ve heard they do this for 80% of bookings. So you’re left with no choice—you have to go. Not very fair! Well-organized, but you’ll have to get up early!

Magdalena P

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

My visit to Auschwitz was an unforgettable experience that has left a permanent mark on my life. I will never forget the scenes I witnessed or the emotions I felt during the tour. It completely changed my perspective and the way I think about humanity, history, and the importance of remembering the past. It was an incredibly difficult and heartbreaking experience, but I truly believe everyone should visit Auschwitz at least once. Only by remembering these horrors can we help ensure that such crimes are never repeated. The best part of the visit was our guide Przemek. He was an outstanding young man with extensive knowledge and genuine passion. He did everything he could to help us understand what "life" was like in Auschwitz, sharing the history with great respect, compassion, and professionalism. His guidance made this powerful experience even more meaningful. I cannot recommend this tour enough.

Claire W

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The tour was very well planned from start to finish. We needed to be picked up from Krakow Glowny train station which they made very easy by picking us up at the Mercure hotel next door. Important to note that you can leave belongings on the bus when you head into Auschwitz. The tour itself was great, the museum guide Lucas was very knowledgeable and everyone in the group paid the appropriate respect to the site. Recommend bringing a bottle of water and maybe even a rain jacket to take on the tour, as Birkenau in particular has a lot of walking. Didn't take any photos except for this one as we wanted to fully immerse ourselves in understanding the history. This tour is something well worth doing and something every human should do in their lifetime. Thank you!

Michele F

Family

Verified booking

Last week

A perfectly organized tour. The group was picked up near the Kraków train station by bus and arrived at the destination after about a 1.5-hour ride. The bus was clean and on time. We were also provided with lunch boxes (20 PLN). The tour of the concentration camps was truly moving. I recommend it to everyone so that we never forget and keep alive in our memory the most shocking act of violence and depravity of which humanity has been capable. A special thanks to our guide (Pierfrancesco), who led us through the Auschwitz and Birkenau camps. His presence was invaluable in helping us fully understand the lives of the deportees, and his closing remarks were truly moving. I will never forget this experience. Thank you.

Daniel C

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau was a deeply moving, emotional, and unforgettable experience. From the very first moment, the place conveys a very special sense of respect and solemnity. The guide explained the history clearly, in detail, and with great respect, helping us better understand everything that happened there and the scale of those events. Visiting the different areas and learning the stories behind them makes the experience even more moving. Without a doubt, it’s a must-see for learning about history and reflecting on it. A very difficult but also deeply enriching experience that I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone visiting Kraków.

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
Maria C
Group
Verified booking
6 days ago
We took the Auschwitz tour yesterday and, overall, it was a very well-organized experience. We would especially like to highlight the excellent service provided by the guides, both during the transportation and at the museum. They were kind, professional, and shared the information with great respect and sensitivity, which is essential in such a historically significant place. We were also impressed by the excellent organization and the smooth coordination between the transportation and the different parts of the museum visit. Everything ran seamlessly, with no unnecessary waiting. The respectful atmosphere throughout the tour was exemplary, and the guides' explanations were clear, thorough, and very informative. However, there was one inconvenience at the end of the tour. We had booked a package that included hotel pick-up and drop-off. The hotel pick-up was perfectly on time and well organized, but the driver who was supposed to take us back to our hotel never showed up. This left us in an uncomfortable situation after a long day, and we ended up having to walk back. Despite this inconvenience, we highly value the quality of the guides and the overall organization of the tour. We hope the company can improve the coordination of the return transportation so that the experience is excellent from start to finish. Without a doubt, we would book with them again.
Kasparas Š
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The place was great. Arriving there already gave that "dark" vibe like going to somewhere really bad. The tour leader was really helpful. Places themselves were amazing, spooky, well preserved and full of pain. It was great to see every spot, every detail and the setting of the scenery was incredible. Auschwitz and Birkenau gave something to remember for the rest of your lives. Also, the tour guide was incredible. She gave her best insights on every place, provided every detail, and given her old age, she spoke English very fluent and was just incredible. Only one thing that happened was the time of our meeting were changed for an unexplained reason and we had to accommodate. But it's okay. The thing why this review gets 4 stars is the ordered lunch. Really expected it to be a normal, good lunch like meat, potatoes, vegetables and also soup, not some random and cheap stuff like sandwich, apple, etc... Overall, unforgettable experience!
Magdalena P
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
My visit to Auschwitz was an unforgettable experience that has left a permanent mark on my life. I will never forget the scenes I witnessed or the emotions I felt during the tour. It completely changed my perspective and the way I think about humanity, history, and the importance of remembering the past. It was an incredibly difficult and heartbreaking experience, but I truly believe everyone should visit Auschwitz at least once. Only by remembering these horrors can we help ensure that such crimes are never repeated. The best part of the visit was our guide Przemek. He was an outstanding young man with extensive knowledge and genuine passion. He did everything he could to help us understand what "life" was like in Auschwitz, sharing the history with great respect, compassion, and professionalism. His guidance made this powerful experience even more meaningful. I cannot recommend this tour enough.
Darling E
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The experience was incredible at both sites we visited: Auschwitz 1 and 2. The only thing I didn’t like was that they notified us of the schedule change just one day in advance and didn’t provide any explanation for it. When I asked why the change was made, the response was quite rude—they said it was specified in the reservation that adjustments could be made without them facing any consequences for doing so, meaning there would be no refund or compensation for the customer. My reservation was for 9:00 a.m. to start the tour, and they moved it to 6:00 a.m.—I had to be at the pickup point by then, which is no small change. They should have been more courteous in responding to my question about why the change was made. Otherwise, the guide was excellent, although I felt that the descriptions of the sites were a bit repetitive in the details the guide provided.
Claire W
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The tour was very well planned from start to finish. We needed to be picked up from Krakow Glowny train station which they made very easy by picking us up at the Mercure hotel next door. Important to note that you can leave belongings on the bus when you head into Auschwitz. The tour itself was great, the museum guide Lucas was very knowledgeable and everyone in the group paid the appropriate respect to the site. Recommend bringing a bottle of water and maybe even a rain jacket to take on the tour, as Birkenau in particular has a lot of walking. Didn't take any photos except for this one as we wanted to fully immerse ourselves in understanding the history. This tour is something well worth doing and something every human should do in their lifetime. Thank you!

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.

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.