Guided Tours

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

Name: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Fast-Track Tickets & Transfer Options
Start: 2026-08-17T07:30:00
End: 2026-08-17T15:00:00
Location: Krakow

4.4/5(23,081)

Fanny H

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The way the history has been presented through the eyes of eyewitnesses is impressively well done. A big compliment to the entire team that organized and made this tour possible behind the scenes. Despite the long tour and the high temperatures, everything was superbly planned and executed. Although we already had some prior knowledge of Auschwitz, we were able to learn a great deal that was new to us. Our guide, Marta, deeply impressed us with her extraordinary knowledge, her humanity, and her respectful approach to this sensitive topic. She conveyed the history with great dignity and managed to explain the events in a way that was both understandable and moving. Special thanks go to Marta for her dedicated and respectful tour. We will remember this tour for a long time to come and highly recommend it without reservation.

Felipe A

Family

Verified booking

3 days ago

They changed our pickup location at the last minute. Luckily, it was pretty close to the original one because we’d already got everything planned out. It takes almost two hours to get to the camp and another two hours to get back. But everything went well—smooth and on time. The guide was pretty entertaining, although his Spanish was a bit like Tarzan’s. “I’m Tarzan, you’re Jane…” But it’s a tour I’d definitely recommend.

Lia B

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

Our guide was excellent; she explained everything in great detail and made the tour very interesting and engaging. The tour was really great (as far as a tour of this scale can be called “great”). There was just a minor misunderstanding when we made the reservation, but everything was resolved with the help of customer service. They were also very helpful. Highly recommended!

Alessandro P

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

The tour was excellent, starting with Diego, our guide, who was very thorough. We also got the lunchbox, which was a satisfying meal. Unfortunately, the schedule inside Auschwitz (through no fault of their own) is very tight, and it’s clear that the tour team would have liked to spend more time with us—especially allowing for moments of reflection.

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
2 weeks 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
3 weeks ago
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!
Darling E
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
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.
Amanda M
Family
Verified booking
Jul 2026
I was hoping for an earlier time and had chosen 8am for that reason. We found out the day before our pick up time was 1.40. This was my only problem. Our guide Jack was very informative during the whole trip, pointing out places of interest on the way there and back. Auschwitz-Birkenau is a trip I've wanted to do for years and it certainly didn't disappoint. I didn't think it would be appropriate for my 13 year old but he seems to have gotten as much out of the trip as I did. We will certainly talk about it for a long time. Thank you!
Bril M
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A professional Dutch-speaking guide who never failed to amaze our entire group with stories of the tragic events of the past. The entire organization deserves praise. One minor drawback... the reservation stated that both pickup and drop-off taxi transportation were included, but drop-off off wasn’t provided. But in this fascinating city, everything is easily accessible on foot or via the frequent public transportation, so it wasn’t an issue for us to complain about. The briefing beforehand was also very clear and professional! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

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.