From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Camp Complex Guided Day Trip
Lesser Poland, Krakow
Learn more about the history of the Nazi Holocaust on this day trip that includes a guided tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau camp. Hear poignant stories as you walk the grounds and visit the museum.
Guided Auschwitz-Birkenau and Monowitz Tour from Krakow
This guided tour departs from Krakow, suitable for visitors seeking a detailed history of Auschwitz-Birkenau and Monowitz concentration camps.
Highlights
- See personal belongings left behind by prisoners entering the camps
- Learn about Auschwitz-Birkenau’s origins and roles from your guide
- Understand how people survived daily life at Monowitz
- Visit a historically significant site that shaped global history
- Reflect at memorials throughout the complex
Description
Begin with a pickup in Krakow and a 45-kilometer transfer to the former main camp at Auschwitz. Your guide will explain the camp’s background, including its use as barracks for the Polish military. Enter the camp through the gate marked “Arbeit macht frei.”
Explore prisoner blocks now housing artifacts such as photographs, documents, shoes, suitcases, glasses, and other personal items left by inmates. Then, travel a short distance to Birkenau, where you will see the gas chambers and crematoria. Spend time at the various memorials dedicated to the victims.
The tour concludes with a return to Krakow.
Includes
- Entry tickets
- Private transportation
- Guided tour
- On-site assistance
Excludes
- Food and drinks
Important Information
- Opening hours are subject to change
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure your preferred departure time. Wear comfortable footwear and dress appropriately for walking outdoors. Morning tours provide a quieter experience.
