From Krakow: Last Minute Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour

Highlights

• Spend a day in reflection at to the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp
• Step into the largest Nazi concentration camp and learn its WWII history
• Explore the original buildings of the concentration camps in person
• Witness the gas chambers, railway platform, and other elements of the site
• Book your Auschwitz guided tour on a short notice

Description

Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest former concentration camp, and learn about its unforgettable history with a guide. Upon arrival (approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes later), we will take you to the ticket office (necessary for last-minute bookings). After securing your entrance, your guide will take you into a world of the past. Pass through the infamous gate marked 'Arbeit macht frei' and enter the grounds of Auschwitz I, where your guide will show you around the preserved area and tell you about the history of the place. Then, visit Birkenau, where the mass extermination took place as part of the Nazi 'Final Solution to the Jewish Question.' The Auschwitz-Birkenau camp, which was established in 1940 by the German Nazi party, became a symbol of human suffering as well as physical and mental torment years later. As the largest concentration camp in operation, it has become the final resting place for millions of people, mostly Jews. There is no doubt that this place will leave a permanent mark. It is an important monument in honor of the victims of World War II.

Includes

Roundtrip transportation from Krakow meeting point Tour leaders' assistance in getting the entry ticket to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum Tour with a licensed guide

Important Information

• The pickup time may change to ensure your whole experience will be without issues. We will communicate the exact start time the day before the tour. You will need to stand in line to collect your entrance ticket. The total tour duration may be longer due to this line, depending on the number of visitors. As per the requirements of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, all participants must provide their full name and contact details as part of the booking. Names cannot be changed after booking. You are not permitted to enter the museum with large bags or backpacks (the maximum size allowed is 20 x 30 centimeters) The pace and duration of the tours are determined by the memorial's visitor service. It is recommended that you bring lunch and drinks with you.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund