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Auschwitz-Birkenau
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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 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:
Go for: Fast-track entry tickets
Guide: Official Auschwitz-Birkenau guide
Recommended ticket:
Go for: Combo tickets
Guide: Expert guide in English, Spanish, or Italian
Recommended ticket:
Combo: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour from Krakow with Optional Lunch
Go for: Small group guided tour tickets
Guide: English-speaking local guide
Recommended ticket:
Small Group Guided Tour of Auschwitz & Birkenau with Transfers from Krakow
Go for: Guided tours with transfers
Guide: Expert guide in multiple languages
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
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 CampAuschwitz 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 CampThe 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 MuseumClosed 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 HoursAddress: Ofiar Faszyzmu 12, 32-600 Brzezinka, Poland
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Getting to Auschwitz from Krakow:
You can book your Krakow to Auschwitz tours online.
No, you are not required to carry your passport with you. Your e-ticket is sufficient.
Depending on the tickets that you purchase, the Auschwitz to Krakow tours can take between 3.5 to 11 hours.
Yes, Krakow to Auschwitz tours are available in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German.
You can reach Auschwitz from Krakow via public transportation such as bus and train or via car. Find more information about how to get to Auschwitz here.
Krakow is approximately 71 km away from Auschwitz.
The best Auschwitz tour from Krakow depends on your preferences. You can book the fast-track entry guided tour if you are short on time, a guided combo tour if you want to explore beyond Auschwitz, or a small group guided tour if you want to have a personalized experience.