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

Guide leading Auschwitz-Birkenau tour with group in background.
Entrance gate with "arbeit macht frei" at Auschwitz concentration camp, Poland.
Auschwitz-Birkenau barracks with visitors walking along the gravel path.
Barbed wire fence and brick buildings at Auschwitz sub-camp, Poland.

Duration

3 hr 30 min - 7 hr 30 min

Open today

07:30am - 03:00pm

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Transfers included

Hotel pickup

4.4/5

(20,423)

Gemma Urbano Soto

Gemma

Sep 2025
Verified booking
4/5
It was the cheapest one I could find, they changed the time but it was still within the acceptable range. The guide didn't go as in depth as she could have but she did make sure to let us know everything during the bus. The driver was charming and very funny from the first moment. The guide simply came to give us the explanation in Spanish but I did not understand very well the presence of another guide who had accreditation to guide us but did not know Spanish. Basically we had two guides but only one spoke Spanish and the other had permission to give the explanation which she did not give. That generated a bit of bewilderment and disappointment. But overall the experience was good, at least they didn't cancel it like other families.
Momchil Ivanov

Momchil

Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We really loved the overall experience! The only downside that can be mentioned is the early start. If you read the comments section before making any reservation online, then you are aware that the hour you choose and the actual hour of the meeting are two completely different things 😄. Regarding that, the guys from the tour are completely professional about it, they wrote me in two different places about the change of the meeting time to make sure we are aware. Following with the good example was our tour organiser Philip. He was extremely helpful and kept us informed about everything going on. The quality of the bus was really nice and the ride was pretty enjoyable. About the place itself - it's something you have to see with your own eyes.
delphine bessot

Delphine

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
For transparency of service and management. Entrance to Auschwitz at the moment is limited (the reason is unknown to us) and therefore to ensure our entry, the agency organized the trip at 1.35 am. .... we waited about 7 hours but we ensured our visit . After talking to other French people, several of them were "misled" by agencies and were unable to visit. This explains my comment: a transparent, responsible agency that was able to guarantee us service even though the conditions were more than unusual. Room for improvement: blankets, coffee and better organization for the compulsory wait to guarantee entry.

    • 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 pick-up (as per option selected)

    • Local host

    • Headsets

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 4.4
    20,423 reviews

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    What our guests say

    DIMITRIOS LAIOS

    Dimitrios

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Great experience overall. Firstly everything was excellent relatively with the pick up-ticket and guide and drop off procedure. About the Auschwitz I and II camp the visit and the descriptions about the facts and the actions that took place there and especially all the horrible things that suffered over 1.000.000 people there, from the insane men of Nazi and especially the SS forces, made me feel to be ashamed about my humanitarian existence... It is a place that should always remind to the world that the human is unfortunately capable of doing the absolute bad, to provoke unspeakable pain. Humans have to consider what is the purpose of our existence in the earth. I believe that for sure is not to kill each other and give unstoppable pain... I believe we come to life to live happy with and among other people, to give and take love to create beautiful positive emotions.
    Tomas Oyonarte Diaz

    Tomas

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    El tour a Auschwitz fue una experiencia profundamente conmovedora y muy bien organizada. La puntualidad fue impecable desde el inicio, lo cual hizo que todo el recorrido fluyera sin contratiempos. Los guías demostraron una gran profesionalidad, respeto y conocimiento histórico, explicando cada detalle con claridad y sensibilidad. Sin duda, un tour altamente recomendado para quienes buscan comprender mejor este capítulo de la historia. ----------- The tour to Auschwitz was a deeply moving and exceptionally well-organized experience. Everything ran on time, which made the entire visit smooth and stress-free. The guides were highly professional, respectful, and extremely knowledgeable, providing clear and thoughtful explanations throughout the tour. I highly recommend this experience to anyone wanting to gain a deeper understanding of this important part of history.
    Momchil Ivanov

    Momchil

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    We really loved the overall experience! The only downside that can be mentioned is the early start. If you read the comments section before making any reservation online, then you are aware that the hour you choose and the actual hour of the meeting are two completely different things 😄. Regarding that, the guys from the tour are completely professional about it, they wrote me in two different places about the change of the meeting time to make sure we are aware. Following with the good example was our tour organiser Philip. He was extremely helpful and kept us informed about everything going on. The quality of the bus was really nice and the ride was pretty enjoyable. About the place itself - it's something you have to see with your own eyes.
    SILA BILGIC

    Sila

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    3/5
    The atmosphere was exactly like i imagined, overwhelming and depressing. The biggest problem was the time. We bought the tickets for 10.00am and i knew that there was a possibility that our schedule would be changed but i didn't not expect 5.40 am in the morning, it caused me extra money. Other thing i would want it to better is the tour guide. During tour, he was not energetic i would say. Ofcourse nobody wants someone that is cheerful but while he was giving informations, it felt to me like he was remembering what he memorized and did not care whether people was getting the historical parts, and i find it really important since as it is first time of most people in here. 6.5/10 overall.
    Chloe Anne-Marie Judith Ross

    Chloe

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    4/5
    The drive there and back was perfect. Easy to find our driver and he accompanied us throughout the day. Everything went smooth my in terms of organisation. On site we got to visit a lot. Our guide though passionate and had a lot of knowledge, we felt was trying to rush us. We understand that we had only a certain amount of time to see everything but it slightly took away from what we were looking at. Which is historical and very gut wrenching. Other than that, the visit was of great quality. Our guide was very passionate on the subject and had a lot to explain. it was important for us to visit Auschwitz and to be able to continue our duty of remembrance.

  • 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.

  • Auschwitz concentration camp

    Monday07:30am - 03:00pm
    Tuesday07:30am - 03:00pm
    Wednesday07:30am - 03:00pm
    Thursday07:30am - 03:00pm
    Friday07:30am - 03:00pm
    Saturday07:30am - 03:00pm
    Sunday07:30am - 03:00pm

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

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

    • The starting time for the Auschwitz-Birkenau tour cannot be guaranteed in advance. While your preferred time will be recorded, the exact schedule is only confirmed a day before and will be shared with you through email and/or WhatsApp.

    • 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.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

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

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