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The Auschwitz concentration camp, also known as Auschwitz-Birkenau, is an important historic landmark in Poland. Established during World War II as part of the Nazi regime’s Final Solution Policy, which sought for the genocide of Jewish people, the extermination camp, was the site for the murder of over 1.3 million people. Today, it stands as a symbol of the Holocaust. Keep reading to find all the information you need to plan a trip from Krakow to Auschwitz.

Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau tour in a nutshell

Auschwitz-Birkenau guided tour group exploring historical site in Krakow, Poland.

Krakow to Auschwitz distance: 71 km

Travel duration: 1.5 - 2 hours

Best time to visit Auschwitz: Plan your visit early morning on a weekday between March-May or September-November for pleasant weather and less crowd.

Auschwitz hours:

  • December: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM 
  • January & November: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • February: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • March & October: 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
  • April, May, & September: 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM 
  • June, July, & August: 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Plan Your Visit to Auschwitz

Things to know before going on a guided tour from Krakow to Auschwitz

  • Guided tours allow you to visit an attraction with an expert local guide available in multiple languages. You get in-depth information about the history of the place and interesting facts. You will, however, have to stick with your tour group for the majority of the trip. 
  • You can also get fast-track entry tickets to skip the lines.
  • The tickets will also provide you with round-trip transportation from Krakow to Auschwitz in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Which Krakow to Auschwitz tour is best for you?

If you are short on time

Go for: Fast-track entry tickets
Guide: Official Auschwitz-Birkenau guide

  • Get fast-track tickets to save time and get direct entry to the Auschwitz concentration camp.
  • You'll be accompanied by an official Auscwitz-Birkenau guide who will share historical insights, making your visit more enriching.

Recommended ticket:

Guided Tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau with Fast-Track Tickets

If you want to explore beyond

Go for: Combo tickets
Guide: Expert guide in English, Spanish, or Italian

  • Get the combo tickets, including the Auschwitz and Salt Mine tour, with a professional English, Spanish, or Italian-speaking guide. 
  • Enjoy free transfers to and from Krakow and an optional lunch for a hassle-free experience.

Recommended ticket:

Combo: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour from Krakow with Optional Lunch

If you're looking for a personalized experience

Go for: Small group guided tour tickets
Guide: English-speaking local guide

  • Go on a small group tour of 15 or fewer people to Auschwitz with a licensed guide if you want an intimate and personalized experience.
  • Gain an in-depth understanding of the concentration camps and enjoy comfortable roundtrip transfers from Krakow.

Recommended ticket:

Small Group Guided Tour of Auschwitz & Birkenau with Transfers from Krakow

If you're looking for hassle-free transfers

Go for: Guided tours with transfers
Guide: Expert guide in multiple languages

  • Get Auschwitz tours with free round-trip transfers and avoid the hassle of planning your travel to and from Auschwitz.
  • You will be accompanied by a professional driver and a guide in an AC vehicle to ensure you have the best experience.  

Recommended ticket:

Auschwitz Guided Tour with Transfers from Meeting Point & Optional Lunch

Guided Tour of Auschwitz with Hotel Transfers from Krakow Center

Guided Tour of Auschwitz with Lunch & Hotel Pick-Up from Krakow Center

Exploring Auschwitz

Auschwitz I

Auschwitz I, the main camp, is where it all began. Here, you'll find chilling exhibits, including prisoner barracks, the infamous "Arbeit Macht Frei" gate, poignant artifacts, and the heart-wrenching Wall of Death.

Auschwitz I Concentration Camp

Auschwitz II-Birkenau

Auschwitz II-Birkenau, the larger camp, is a sprawling complex of barracks and watchtowers. It holds the infamous train tracks, remains of destroyed gas chambers and crematoria, and more.

Auschwitz II-Birkenau Concentration Camp

Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum

The Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial encompasses both camps. It serves as a powerful educational center with exhibitions, archives, and collections that tell the stories of the victims and survivors of the Holocaust.

Auschwitz Museum

What to expect at Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau tour?

Auschwitz, the infamous concentration camp complex is where the genocide of over 1.3 million people during WWII took place. On your tour, you will be able to explore the concentration camps, which continue to stand as a solemn reminder of one of the darkest periods in human history. Follow an expert guide through the various surviving parts inside Auschwitz camps, such as the barracks and the gas chambers, and learn in detail about the life in the camp, its history, and more. Additionally, you can view the post-war relics at the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum. Please remember that a visit to Auschwitz can be a emotional experience because of its dark history and the atrocities that were committed at this site.

Plan your Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau tour

Krakow to Auschwitz tour timings
  • December: 7:30 AM - 2 PM
  • January & November: 7:30 AM - 3 PM
  • February: 7:30 AM - 4 PM
  • March, October: 7:30 AM - 5 PM
  • April, May & September: 7:30 AM - 6 PM
  • June, July & August: 7:30 AM - 7 PM

Closed on: January 1, December 25, and Easter Sunday

Best time to visit: Try visiting Auschwitz on weekdays in the off peak seasons of spring (March-May) or autumn (September-November).

Auschwitz Opening Hours
Krakow to Auschwitz

Address: Ofiar Faszyzmu 12, 32-600 Brzezinka, Poland
Find on Map

Getting to Auschwitz from Krakow:

  • By train: Catch a direct train at Krakow Glowny station heading to Oswiecim station, which is approximately 2 kilometers away from the Auschwitz concentration camp.
  • By bus: Hop on a bus from Krakow MDA Bus Station to Auschwitz. These buses will drop you off at the Auschwitz I camp.
  • By car: If you prefer to drive, you can reach the destination by car and utilize the paid parking facilities available near the concentration camps.
  • Guided tour: Another option is to embark on a guided tour from Krakow to Auschwitz that includes free round-trip transfers.
Auschwitz Location

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