Auschwitz-Birkenau: Guided Tour + Transfers

Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers from Krakow

This comprehensive guided tour takes you to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, one of the most important historical sites in Europe. You'll visit both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau with an expert guide who provides essential historical context about this former concentration and extermination camp. The tour includes convenient transfers from Krakow, making it straightforward to visit this significant memorial.

Your guide leads you through the preserved barracks, original structures and exhibits that document the experiences of prisoners and the broader history of the Holocaust. You'll see watchtowers, memorial installations and areas set aside for reflection whilst learning about the daily realities of camp life and hearing stories of survivors and victims.

What is Included

• Round-trip transfers from Krakow in air-conditioned vehicle
• Priority access to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial
• Professional guide throughout the memorial visit
• Documentary film before entering the site
• Visit to both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau

Good to Know

The complete experience lasts approximately 7 hours including transfers. You'll need to bring valid ID or passport for entry, and arrive at least 15 minutes before departure time. Backpacks larger than 30x20x10 cm are not permitted inside the memorial. Wear comfortable shoes for walking the site as the tour involves considerable walking and is not wheelchair accessible.

Due to the serious historical nature of this site, parental discretion is advised for younger children. The tour begins with pickup from Krakow and includes a documentary introduction that provides valuable context before you enter the memorial grounds.