Is it free to visit Auschwitz?

Admission to the Memorial grounds is free, but you need a personalised entry pass, and a free pass only works in the late-day window when unguided visits are allowed. At other times entry is only with a guide, which is a paid tour.

Do I need to book in advance?

Yes. Free passes can be booked from 90 days to 7 days before your visit, and the Memorial asks visitors to book early because of demand. For a guided tour, book your preferred date, language and pickup ahead, especially in busy periods.

Why should I book Auschwitz tours online?

- Booking Auschwitz tours online offers many advantages like: **-Skip the lines:** Auschwitz is a popular place, especially in peak tourist season, so the lines can get long. Booking your tickets online helps avoid these long entry lines and gives you more time to explore. **-Guaranteed entry: **When you book tickets online in advance, you get guaranteed entry upon arrival. **-Choose from a variety of experiences: **Make your Auschwitz visit your own by picking the type of visit you like. You can have a guide show you around, or book combo tours to see other attractions. **-Discounts and Deals: **When you book online, you can get some great discounts and special deals that you won't find at the ticket booth.

Can I get skip-the-line tickets for the Auschwitz tour?

Yes, you can get <experience tgid="15406" type="Popup" title="skip-the-line tickets for the Auschwitz tour" id="74p5pT2b" /> and get priority access inside.

Do Auschwitz tour tickets allow entry into the Auschwitz Museum?

Yes, all Auschwitz tour tickets allow entry into the Auschwitz Birkenau Museum.

Are discounts available on Auschwitz and Birkenau tour?

Yes. Children aged less than 12 years and students with a valid ID can enjoy discounts on the Auschwitz tickets.

What is the cancellation policy for Auschwitz tours?

Cancellation policy varies based on the type of ticket you select. Some ticket options provide a complete refund if you cancel up to 48-72 hours before your scheduled visit, while others may not allow cancellations. Pease review the specific terms and conditions before finalizing your reservation.

Can I buy Auschwitz tours on the day?

You can buy the tickets to Auschwitz tours on the day but the tickets are subject to availability and you would have to stand in the long queues during peak times. Furthermore, online ticket holders are prioritized at the venue over on-the-spot ticket buyers. Additionally, if you opt to purchase the Auschwitz tickets offline, you would be missing out on discounts and offers as well.

Do I need an ID for the Auschwitz tour?

Yes, you will need to bring a valid photo ID along with the Auschwitz tickets to enter. Any official ID with a clear photograph of the visitor will work.

What are Auschwitz opening hours?

- December: 7:30am - 2 pm - January & November: 7:30am - 3pm - February: 7:30am - 4pm - March, October: 7:30am - 5pm - April, May & September: 7:30am - 6pm - June, July & August: 7:30am - 7pm

How long does the Auschwitz tour last?

An Auschwitz tour can last anywhere between 3 to 11 hours, depending on the experience that you have selected.

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

Explore Auschwitz-Birkenau with an official guide and uncover the history of the Holocaust.

Everything you get: Visit Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau with fast-track entry, an official guide, and a headset to follow the stories and history of the former concentration camps.
Options: Choose your preferred language, a last-minute English guided tour, or hotel or meeting point pick-up, depending on your selected ticket.
Why choose this: See original barracks, gas chamber ruins, and the main gate of Auschwitz, gaining a deeper understanding of the Holocaust through the site's preserved remains and history.

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From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers

Join a full-day guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau with organized entry, expert narration, and smooth on-site coordination.

Day out to: Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow on a full-day guided tour, with comfortable round-trip AC transfers.
You’ll get: Follow a licensed guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch or Polish, with fast-track entry.
Auschwitz I: Walk through the ‘Arbeit Macht Frei’ gate, explore the 22 brick barracks, and visit Block 11 with your guide.
Auschwitz II-Birkenau: Traverse the vast camp grounds and visit the Memorial, taking a moment to pay respects to the victims of the Holocaust.
Upgrade: Choose the English guide option with meeting-point pickup and lunch included for extra convenience.

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From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers

Explore Auschwitz-Birkenau with fast-track entry, expert-guided tours, and round-trip AC transfers from Krakow.

Day out to: Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow on a fully planned full-day guided tour, with round-trip AC transfers and hotel pickup.
You'll get: An expert guide in your chosen language, fast-track entry to both camps, round-trip AC transfers, and an optional lunchbox.
Auschwitz I: Explore the former concentration camp's brick barracks, Block 11, and exhibits documenting the Holocaust with your guide.
Auschwitz II-Birkenau: Walk through the vast former extermination camp and visit the memorial honoring the victims of the Holocaust.
Options: Choose your preferred guide language, upgrade to a private English-guided tour, or add a lunchbox to your day.

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Krakow to Auschwitz Round-Trip Private Transfers

Travel from your Krakow accommodation to Auschwitz-Birkenau with a private driver who waits for you throughout your visit.

Starting point and destination: Pickup from your hotel or apartment anywhere in Krakow, with drop-off at Auschwitz-Birkenau and return to your accommodation.
Everything you get: Private round-trip transfers, an English-speaking driver, pickup timed to your museum entry, on-site waiting, fuel, tolls, parking, and infant seats on request.
Schedule & duration: Plan around 7 hours door to door, including a 1.5-hour drive each way and a standard 3.5-hour guided visit. Pickup is confirmed the day before.

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From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Small-Group Hotel Transfers

Explore Auschwitz-Birkenau with a licensed guide, entry tickets, and small-group hotel transfers from Krakow.

Day out to: Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow on a full-day guided tour, with round-trip AC hotel transfers in a small group of up to 8.
You'll get: An expert licensed local guide, entry to both camps, headsets, hotel transfers with an English-speaking driver, and professional assistance.
Auschwitz I: Pass beneath the Arbeit Macht Frei gate and visit the preserved camp blocks and historical exhibits with your guide.
Auschwitz II-Birkenau: Walk across the vast grounds of the former camp, see the railway tracks, and hear how the site became central to the Holocaust.

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From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour

Visit two UNESCO sites in one day with guided tours, lunch option, and convenient pickup service.

Everything you get at Auschwitz-Birkenau: Spend a full day traveling from Krakow with round-trip transfers to the memorial, then join your guide to visit Auschwitz I and II. Walk through blocks, watchtowers, and exhibitions, using headsets so you can hear the commentary at each stop.
Everything you get at Wieliczka Salt Mine: Continue to Wieliczka Salt Mine for a guided route through tunnels and chambers. Your ticket includes entry and tour, as you follow corridors lined with chapels, reliefs, and saline pools deep underground before returning to Krakow.
Upgrades: Choose your preferred guide language and pickup point, and opt for lunch, a small-group tour, or private transport.
Why this combo works: Linked timings for both visits remove planning stress, so you can focus fully on the stories and spaces you encounter.

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From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour & Krakow Ghetto Visit with Transfers

Gain deeper insight into Poland’s WWII history with guided visits to the former Jewish Ghetto, Eagle Pharmacy, and both Auschwitz camps.

Full day out to Auschwitz and Krakow’s former Ghetto: Start in Krakow with a guided walking tour of the former Jewish Ghetto and entry to Eagle’s Pharmacy, then travel by round-trip transport to Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau for guided visits, with audio headsets and curated app content included.
You'll get: Licensed guide throughout, all entry fees, round-trip transfers from Krakow, audio headsets, and curated playlist for context and reflection.
Auschwitz I: Walk through preserved buildings and exhibitions with expert commentary, gaining essential historical context.
Auschwitz II-Birkenau: Explore the vast open grounds, railway tracks, and memorial areas, guided by stories that bring the site’s significance to life.
Why choose this: Combines Krakow’s WWII sites and Auschwitz in one structured day, saving you the hassle of planning and logistics.

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From Krakow: Auschwitz, Birkenau and Monowitz Outdoor Guided Tour with Transfers (Without Auschwitz Entry)

Gain a deeper understanding of Auschwitz’s complex history with a guided outdoor route covering three distinct sites.

Full day out to: Auschwitz, Birkenau, and Monowitz with round-trip transfers from Krakow, professional tour leader assistance, and a historical outdoor guided experience across all three camp areas, with commentary and educational storytelling about the Holocaust.
You'll get: A full guided outdoor tour with expert-led context at each site, plus round-trip transport from Krakow.
Auschwitz III (Monowitz): See the often-overlooked Monowitz camp and learn how it fit into the wider Auschwitz system.
Auschwitz I State Museum (exterior): Visit the original camp’s exterior, where your guide shares stories of its administrative role and those imprisoned there.

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From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Day Trip with Lunch & Transfers

Pay your respects at Auschwitz-Birkenau and explore the underground world of the Wieliczka Salt Mine on a guided day trip with lunch included.

Day out to: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum and the Wieliczka Salt Mine, with guided visits to both sites and a lunch break between experiences.
You'll get: A guided tour of Auschwitz, the largest Nazi concentration camp, where you'll learn about the lives of Holocaust victims, followed by a visit to Birkenau's original barracks and prisoner facilities. Enjoy a vegetarian or non-vegetarian lunch before exploring the Wieliczka Salt Mine 135 meters below ground, gaining insight into Poland's mineral heritage and religious culture.
Why choose this: Visit two of Poland's most significant historical and cultural landmarks in a single day, combining the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau with the underground heritage of the Wieliczka Salt Mine.

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Auschwitz-Birkenau tours

One day, three quick questions to find your tour:

How do you want to see it? A guided tour with entry to Auschwitz I and II-Birkenau, a small-group or private option, or an outdoor tour without entry.
How do you want to travel? Meet at a point in Krakow, or be picked up at your hotel.
What else do you want to see? Add the Wieliczka Salt Mine or a guided walk through Krakow's former Ghetto.

Note: fast-track entry skips the ticket queue. Security checks are mandatory for all visitors. [Plan your Auschwitz visit]

What are the best ways to see Auschwitz-Birkenau?

Ways to explore: Choose guided tours of Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau, with options for multilingual guides, private tours, or small-group transfers.
Transfers and meals: Travel from Krakow with round-trip AC transfers, hotel or meeting-point pickup, and lunch or a lunchbox on select options.
Queues and access: Fast-track entry is available on select tours, but all visitors must undergo security checks.
Languages: Guides are available in up to 7 languages (English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Dutch and Polish). The languages vary by tour.
Beyond Auschwitz: Combine your visit with the Wieliczka Salt Mine or a guided walk through Krakow’s former Ghetto and Eagle’s Pharmacy.
When to book: Book ahead to secure your preferred date, language, and transfer option, especially during busy travel periods.
Good to know: Inclusions vary by ticket, so check whether your option covers meals, hotel pickup, headsets, and a private guide before booking.
Best upgrade: Choose the Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine combo to visit two major historical sites in one day.

Why take a guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau?

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Context on site

A guide explains what you are seeing at Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau, which are two separate sites.

Entry included

The guided tours with entry include entry to both sites, so you do not buy a separate ticket.

Headsets

Several tours include headsets, so you can hear your guide in a group.

Languages

Choose a guide in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Dutch or Polish, depending on the tour.

Should I choose a group tour, a small-group or private tour, or an outdoor tour?

You can visit on your own with a free entry pass, but only in the late-day window when unguided visits are allowed; at other times entry is only with a guide. A group tour adds a guide, headsets and transfers. A small-group or private tour does the same with fewer people. The outdoor tour covers the sites from outside, without Auschwitz entry

On your own

You get: A free entry pass to Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau, at your own pace, with no guide.
Trade-off: Free entry is only late in the day, from 2:00pm in November and from 5:00pm from April to September. You travel to the site and between the two camps yourself. The shuttle between them comes with guided tours.
Duration: About 90 minutes each for Auschwitz I and Birkenau.
Price: Free
Availability: Passes are limited and booked online only, with none sold at the entrance. You can book from 90 days to 7 days before your visit, and if none show for your date, they are all taken. Otherwise, book a guided tour.

Guided tour

You get: Entry to Auschwitz I and II-Birkenau, a guide, headsets and round-trip transfers from Krakow, with a choice of standard group, small-group transfers (up to 8 people per vehicle) or a private tour (up to 15 guests).
Trade-off: Your date, pickup and language are fixed when you book, and you follow one guide at the group’s pace. Small-group and private tours cost more and have hotel pickup only. On small-group transfers, the tour inside the site is still a regular group, since the Memorial sets group sizes.
Duration: 7-8 hours
Price: From zł300 for a standard group, from zł470 for a small group or private
Book the Fast-Track Tickets & Transfer Options tour Or book the Small-Group or Private Hotel Transfers tour****

Outdoor tour (no entry)

You get: A guided outdoor tour of Auschwitz, Birkenau and Monowitz, with transfers from Krakow.
Trade-off: You see the sites from outside only, with no entry to Auschwitz or the memorial interiors.
Duration: 7 hours
Price: From zł175
Book the Outdoor Guided Tour****

Why take a day trip to Auschwitz instead of going on my own?

Round-trip transfers, entry and a guide are covered, so you do not plan the journey yourself.

From Krakow

Distance from Auschwitz: about 70 km.
Time taken: about 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes each way.
Price: around zł300 to zł325 per guest on the standard tours; the small-group tours are higher, around zł470 to zł750.
Overview: round-trip transfers from Krakow with meeting-point or hotel pickup, entry and a guide.
Recommended tour: Fast-Track Tickets & Transfer Options tour (the most booked).
Everything about this starting point: Krakow to Auschwitz

Can I visit Auschwitz with the Wieliczka Salt Mine or Krakow Ghetto in one day?

Two ways to add more to your Auschwitz day from Krakow.

Auschwitz-Birkenau + Wieliczka Salt Mine

Best for history and underground exploration.
Two UNESCO sites in a day: Auschwitz-Birkenau, then the Wieliczka Salt Mine, with its salt-carved statues, underground chapels and lakes.
Entry to both sites, an expert guide and headsets are included, with hotel pickup from central Krakow or a meeting point depending on the option.
Available in English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, and German, depending on the option.
Option available to add lunch.
Allow: 10 to 11 hours.
Price from: $114.90.
Book: Salt Mine combo****

Auschwitz-Birkenau + Krakow Ghetto

Best for adding Krakow Ghetto history to your day.
Includes entry and a guided visit to Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau, a guided walking tour of Krakow's former Ghetto, and entry to Eagle's Pharmacy, plus round-trip transfers from Krakow and audio headsets.
Food and drinks are not included.
Allow: 9 hours 30 minutes.
Price from: $43.78.
Book: Krakow Ghetto tour****

Which Auschwitz tour is right for me?

How do Auschwitz tickets and fast-track entry work?

Fast-track entry is available on select tours, such as the Fast-Track Tickets & Transfer Options tour. It skips the ticket queue, not the security check.
Security checks are mandatory for everyone, and bags larger than 20 x 30 cm are not permitted inside the memorial sites.
Bring a valid photo ID, and make sure your booking details match it.

Plan your Auschwitz visit

Which pickup is right for me?

Meeting point: the Guided Tour with Transfers and the Fast-Track Tickets & Transfer Options tourstart at a meeting point in Krakow.
Hotel pickup: the Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers picks you up at your hotel.
Smaller group or private: the Small-Group Hotel Transfers tour and the Small-Group or Private Hotel Transfers tour .

Getting to Auschwitz from Krakow

What is the difference between the tours with entry and the outdoor tour?

Tours with entry visit Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau with a guide.
The [Outdoor Guided Tour (product 45529)] covers Auschwitz, Birkenau and Monowitz from outside, without Auschwitz entry.
The outdoor tour does not cover the interiors of the memorial sites.

About Auschwitz

What is included in each Auschwitz tour?

Tour	Auschwitz entry	Hotel pickup	Meeting-point pickup	Lunch option	Languages
Fast-Track Tickets & Transfer Options	✓	✓	✓	✗	EN, ES, DE, FR, IT, NL, PL
From Krakow: Guided Tour with Transfers	✓	✓	✓	✓ (English, meeting point)	EN, ES, FR, IT, DE, NL, PL
From Krakow: Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers	✓	✓	✗	✓ (EN, DE, FR)	EN, ES, FR, IT, NL, DE
From Krakow: Small-Group Hotel Transfers	✓	✓	✗	✗	EN
From Krakow: Small-Group or Private with Hotel Transfers	✓	✓	✗	✓ (private: lunchbox)	EN
From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau + Wieliczka Salt Mine	✓	✓	✓	✓ (English, meeting point)	EN, ES, IT, PT, FR, DE
From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau + Krakow Ghetto	✓	✗	✗	✗	EN
Outdoor Guided Tour, without Auschwitz entry	✗	✗	✗	✗	EN

What should I know before visiting Auschwitz?

Timings: Entrance opens at 7:30am. Closing time runs from 2pm in December to 7pm from June to August. Closed on January 1, December 25, and Easter Sunday. [Auschwitz opening hours]
Location: Where Auschwitz is and how to reach it from Krakow. [Getting there]
Entrances: Which entrance your tour uses. [Auschwitz entrances]
Facilities: Dining options and facilities on site. [Plan your visit]
Accessibility: Both camps have limited disabled access, and seating is sparse. [Plan your visit]
Rules: Bags larger than 20 x 30 cm are not permitted inside the memorial sites. Bring a valid photo ID. Dress respectfully and follow photography rules. [Plan your visit]

Frequently asked questions about Auschwitz tickets

The Auschwitz tour price starts from zł96.19. This includes fast-track entrance to Auschwitz-Birkenau and a guided tour by an official Auschwitz-Birkenau guide.

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What are the best ways to see Auschwitz-Birkenau?

Why take a guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau?

Context on site

Entry included

Headsets

Languages

Should I choose a group tour, a small-group or private tour, or an outdoor tour?

On your own

Guided tour

Outdoor tour (no entry)

Why take a day trip to Auschwitz instead of going on my own?

From Krakow

Can I visit Auschwitz with the Wieliczka Salt Mine or Krakow Ghetto in one day?

Auschwitz-Birkenau + Wieliczka Salt Mine

Auschwitz-Birkenau + Krakow Ghetto

Which Auschwitz tour is right for me?

How do Auschwitz tickets and fast-track entry work?

Which pickup is right for me?

What is the difference between the tours with entry and the outdoor tour?

What is included in each Auschwitz tour?

What should I know before visiting Auschwitz?

Frequently asked questions about Auschwitz tickets

How much does the Auschwitz tour cost?

Is it free to visit Auschwitz?

Do I need to book in advance?

Why should I book Auschwitz tours online?

Can I get skip-the-line tickets for the Auschwitz tour?

Do Auschwitz tour tickets allow entry into the Auschwitz Museum?

Are discounts available on Auschwitz and Birkenau tour?

What is the cancellation policy for Auschwitz tours?

Can I buy Auschwitz tours on the day?

Do I need an ID for the Auschwitz tour?

What are Auschwitz opening hours?

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