Auschwitz and Birkenau self-guided tour with transfer from Krakow
Do this because
- Visit the historic monuments of Auschwitz and Birkenau
- Learn more with the informational booklets available in 19 languages
- Understand the importance of these places and why anyone should never forget
What to expect
Leave Kraków for a day to visit the historic monuments Auschwitz and Birkenau. Auschwitz was one of the largest concentration camps built by the Nazis during the Second World War. The remains of the camps are now listed as UNESCO World Heritage and form the most important memorials of the Holocaust to act as proof of the terrors that took place during the war.
From the center of Kraków an English-speaking driver will take you to the town of Oświęcim where the museums are located. Meanwhile, you can prepare yourself for the visit by watching a documentary that informs you about the museums and the history.
Upon arrival, you can freely walk around Auschwitz for two hours with the help of a booklet available in 19 languages. It will provide you with all the background information you need. The driver will then take you to the second camp Auschwitz-Birkenau where you can spend at least 1.5 hours before traveling back to the center of Kraków.
Important to know
- It is necessary to provide the name and surname of each guest during the booking process. A lack of data will make it impossible to enter the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial
- Important: every guest must carry an ID or passport matching the name and surname provided at checkout which will also be reflected on your museum entrance ticket
- No live guide is included in this experience. a booklet is available in English, Italian, German, French, Spanish, Greek, Turkish, Dutch, Portuguese, Czech, Norwegian Bokmål, Swedish, Finnish, Korean, Polish, Japanese, Russian, Ukrainian and Hungarian
- Remember to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure
- In case of an unexpected change of tour time, the supplier will contact you via email or phone
- There is a maximum size for backpacks or handbags of 30x20x10cm
- Luggage storage is available for larger items
- Please show solemnity and respect while visiting the museums
- Minimum age of 14 is recommended
- Infants must sit on your lap during transport
What’s included
Entrance ticket
Transportation
What’s not included
Tour guide
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
PAVEL TRAVEL PAWEL ROSOL
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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