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

Guide leading a group through Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, Poland.
Entrance gate with 'Arbeit Macht Frei' at Auschwitz concentration camp, Poland.
Auschwitz-Birkenau barracks with barbed wire fence in the foreground.
Memorial and Muzeum Auschwitz - Birkenau Former German Nazi Concentration Extermination Camp, Poland

Duration

3 hr 30 min - 8 hr

Open today

07:30am - 07:00pm

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Embark on a harrowing journey into the past with a guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, offering a deep dive into Holocaust history.

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

    • Enjoy 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.

    • Did you know? 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)
    • Local host
    • Headsets
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Guests from France, Spain, United Kingdom and over 72 countries have loved this experience

    Filipe Fernandes Loureiro

    Filipe

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau is a deeply moving and sobering experience. It’s not a “beautiful” place in the conventional sense—nor should it be. It is a place that confronts us with the darkest chapters of human history, and reminds us of the unimaginable suffering endured by millions. Our tour was exceptionally well guided by Magdalena m. Her knowledge, sensitivity, and respectful tone were outstanding throughout the visit. She managed to convey historical facts with clarity while also capturing the emotional weight and human stories behind them. Magdalena struck the perfect balance between education and empathy—never overstepping the line into dramatization, but also never letting the gravity of the place fade. This is not a tour you “enjoy” in the traditional sense. It is a tour you carry with you. Thanks to Magdalena, we left not only informed, but emotionally connected to what we had witnessed. Her guidance made all the difference.
    Seja Schranz

    Seja

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    The tour itself was great, you can't complain. Anyone who wants to take a look should definitely book a tour to get a lot of peripheral information. It is highly recommended - we found it very interesting and heartbreaking at the same time. I just thought it was a shame that our tour was brought forward to 07:45 instead of 11:30 as booked. It was just decided and we had no other option such as choosing another day or a refund.
    Katrina Renee Irene Valencia

    Katrina

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    I loved that we were picked up and dropped off at our hotel- the drive was nice and the van was comfy- it was an enjoyable moving experience- our tour guide was very good and he shared a lot of information- glad we booked it
    Giroguy caroline

    Giroguy

    May, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    The only downside was that the explanations were a little too quick, and we had the feeling that our visit had been a little rushed, which was a pity... However, we have no regrets about having taken this tour, a place to visit at least once in your life to remember the atrocities that took place there!
    ADRIÁN CHACÓN CÉSAR

    Adrián

    May, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    The arrangements they made because our visit had to be postponed to the next day due to the "march of the living" that took place on April 24. Special thanks to our guide, Miss Susan, excellent character, very good disposition, attentive and very clear in her indications.
  • 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 - 07:00pm
    Tuesday07:30am - 07:00pm
    Wednesday07:30am - 07:00pm
    Thursday07:30am - 07:00pm
    Friday07:30am - 07:00pm
    Saturday07:30am - 07:00pm
    Sunday07:30am - 07:00pm
  • 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.
    • Larger bags and luggage can be stored in the cloakroom.
    • Your selected pickup time is not guaranteed. In some cases, pickup may be earlier or later - please allow some flexibility and plan accordingly. Details will be shared by our local partners.

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