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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

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7:30am - 6:00pm

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4.3/5

(21,935)

Orjana H

Group
Verified booking
Last week
The Auschwitz tour was truly an extraordinary experience—one that is difficult to put into words. It’s not just a historical visit; it’s a direct confrontation with a reality that no book or documentary can fully convey. Only when you are there, walking through those spaces, seeing the details up close, and hearing the stories, do you begin to grasp the true weight of what happened. It’s a heavy, deeply reflective, and profoundly moving experience that forces you to pause and think far beyond anything you may have previously learned. If you don’t experience it in person, you can never fully understand the emotional and human dimension of what truly took place. It’s something that stays with you long after and quietly changes the way you see both the past and the present.

Maria V

Group
Verified booking
Feb 2026
We booked the guided English tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau through Headout and had a really good experience overall. Our pickup time was changed from 9:00 AM to 5:30 AM, which was very early, but we had already seen in other reviews that this can happen. We were also informed by email the day before, so it wasn’t a surprise. The meeting point was well organized – several buses were lined up with tour numbers, and staff called out names, so everything went smoothly. We received our tickets right after arriving, the transport was comfortable, and the whole tour was well arranged. We were back in Krakow around 12:30 PM. Overall, the price matched the service, and everything was handled professionally. Definitely recommend!

Aubrey W

Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The Auschwitz-Birkenau tour with Headout was exceptional to say the least. The bus was perfectly on time and well organised in picking everyone up. The driver was lovely and conveyed instructions very clearly. Our tour guide Eva was wonderful, showing a deep respect for the cemetery that Auschwitz is and sharing detailed information in a way that imparted the same sense of reflection in all of us. Walking through the two camps, knowing that so many who walked in the same gates never walked out again, was a surreal and haunting experience that brought history to life in a sickening new way. It was an emotionally challenging visit but undoubtedly important and I'm so glad I did this tour with Headout.

Ana G

Group
Verified booking
Feb 2026
Our visit to Auschwitz and Birkenau was a deeply moving and necessary experience. The organization through Headout was impeccable; the transportation arrived on time and the guide was extremely respectful and knowledgeable, explaining every historical detail with great sensitivity. Walking through the barracks and seeing the remains of the camps leaves you speechless, but it is essential to understanding history. I highly recommend wearing comfortable shoes because there is a lot of walking, especially in Birkenau. The logistics were flawless, allowing us to focus entirely on the importance of the site. A powerful experience that everyone should have at least once.

Ines C

Group
Verified booking
Feb 2026
Our visit to Auschwitz and Birkenau was a deeply moving and necessary experience. The organization through Headout was impeccable; the transportation arrived on time and the guide was extremely respectful and knowledgeable, explaining every historical detail with great sensitivity. Walking through the barracks and seeing the remains of the camps leaves you speechless, but it is essential to understanding history. I highly recommend wearing comfortable shoes because there is a lot of walking, especially in Birkenau. The logistics were flawless, allowing us to focus entirely on the importance of the site. A powerful experience that everyone should have at least once.

Clément D

Solo
Verified booking
Feb 2026
A poignant experience. There are no words to describe what you see and feel there. The guided tour in French begins at Auschwitz I, with various exhibitions in some of the converted blocks. You learn a lot and see so many things that are deeply moving. The guide speaks through a microphone that transmits their words so that everyone can listen with their own headphones. The tour continues with Auschwitz II Birkenau, which is just as disturbing due to its size and the scale of these historical events. The guide was excellent: she made sure to provide us with all the necessary information and taught us a lot. I recommend it.

    • 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.

  • 21,935 reviews

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    Guests from France, United Kingdom, Spain and over 77 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Michaela J

    Group
    Verified booking
    Yesterday
    We were picked up right on time at the meeting point and first taken by bus to Auschwitz 1. The German-speaking tour guide was great. He spoke clearly and concisely. We explored all the major sites at Auschwitz 1 and then took the bus to Auschwitz-Birkenau. Everything there was top-notch as well. The guided tour lasted a good four hours in total, and it was definitely worth it. Afterward, you even have the chance to explore Auschwitz-Birkenau on your own, if your feet aren’t too tired. I highly recommend this tour.

    Danielle W

    Solo
    Verified booking
    Today
    The organisation and communication was very smooth - I received a whatsapp 2 day before the tour confirming pick up time from my hotel and organisation of a packed lunch for the day. The driver was friendly, professional and punctual. Our tour guide was also excellent - she was extremely knowledgeable and had excellent communication skills across multiple languages and was very good at managing the large group. Transfers between the two camps were also managed well.

    Thiago H

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Yesterday
    O programa cumpriu fielmente ao prometido, com pontualidade e cordialidade em todo o trajeto. As instruções foram muito claras e nosso guia, Robert, bastante versado sobre o assunto. Talvez pudesse ser mais estendido para absorvermos com mais intensidade, mas é compreensível pela quantidade de turistas. Tivemos tempo e pausas suficientes para descansar e ir ao banheiro, sendo o trajeto na estrada também feito de forma impecável. Recomendamos muito!

    Beatriz R

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Yesterday
    La verdad , me costó un poco levantarme a las 4 a m pero tuvo su beneficio en cuanto al tiempo que llevo el tour, por otro lado nuestra guía EDU era de lo más agradable, amena, y con interés por la historia que nos contaba. Le pongo un 10, igual a su compañero y al conductor, superó mis expectativas. Muchas gracias.

    Jose P

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Yesterday
    The driver who took us to the field was very friendly and gave us a great explanation of everything. The guide who explained everything to us at the field was also very helpful. Keep in mind that the time you book is just an estimate. They’ll confirm the actual time the day before.

  • 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

    Monday7:30am - 6:00pm
    Tuesday7:30am - 6:00pm
    Wednesday7:30am - 6:00pm
    Thursday7:30am - 6:00pm
    Friday7:30am - 6:00pm
    Saturday7:30am - 6:00pm
    Sunday7:30am - 6:00pm

  • 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.

    • 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.

    • Please note that tour timings may change, even within 24 hours of the scheduled start time. Kindly check the latest timing before your experience.

    • 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.

    • 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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