Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial Tour from Krakow
About this activity
Highlights
- Visit Auschwitz I and II Birkenau
- Learn about Holocaust history
- Explore preserved barracks and gas chambers
- See original railway platforms
- Reflect at the memorial sites
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Round-trip transportation
- Guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: The pickups are provided between 5:300 and 7:30, depending on the entry time, your accommodation, and our schedules. The pickup time is always confirmed by text and email the day before the tour. The tour is operated in a group of a maximum of 30 people. During the trip, you will watch a documentary movie about the history of the Nazi concentration camps (subject to availability).
Guaranteed entry tickets! Visit the most well-known former concentration camp and the place of the biggest and most tragic genocide in the world history – The Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum that has witnessed death of around 1.5 million people committed by the Nazis. During your trip, you will visit Auschwitz I, which was the first and main part of the camp but also served as administrative headquarters for the whole complex and Birkenau, which was initially designed as a concentration camp and quickly turned into the main place of the genocide with gas chambers and crematoria. Birkenau was also the place where women’s camp was located. It definitely is a must-see place in Poland, but also in Europe altogether.
Pass by: After the tour, you will be dropped off at your accommodation or in the Krakow city center. If your hotel is located within the Old Town or Jewish Quarter, we will drop you off at the closest meeting point.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; check availability for other languages.
- Photography is allowed in most areas; however, some sites may have restrictions.
- The tour involves visiting solemn sites; maintain respectful behavior throughout.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
- Bring a bottle of water and snacks, as facilities may be limited.
- Be prepared for a significant amount of walking and standing.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Please note that the maximum size of bags and backpacks allowed on the museum grounds is 30 x 20 x 10 centimeters (roughly 12 x 8 x 4 inches). You can always leave your belongings inside the bus which will be parked nearby
- The Museum is not recommended for visitors under the age of 14. The final decision depends on parents or legal guardians.
Traveler reviews
Disappointing
Booked with Mr Shuttle as recommended by a friend. Pick up and driver were fine but tour was poor. Guide rushed us through with no time to stop and read information boards. He just continued the tour irrespective of whether everyone was with him. The Auchwitz tour was just a conveyor belt of groups again no time for reflection and at one point we joined the wrong group because our guide had disappeared. Tour of Birkenau was a waste of time. Very long walk to look at one barrack building. Did not visit the memorial etc even though we could see other groups there. My companion has done the trip before and thought that his earlier experience had been much better. I would have learned more if I had been able to move at my own pace with time to read and to reflect.
Excellent organization and a flawless experience
We are extremely satisfied with our visit to Auschwitz organized by Mr. Shuttle. Everything was perfectly arranged from start to finish. Our driver picked us up exactly on time, and the journey was comfortable and pleasant. The guide was also excellent – knowledgeable, professional, and very engaging throughout the tour. The entire experience was incredibly well organized, which allowed us to focus fully on this important and moving visit. We highly recommend Mr. Shuttle to anyone planning a trip to Auschwitz. Thank you for the outstanding service and flawless organization!
Mr Shuttle
Absolutely fantastic company from start to finish the communication with this company has been brilliant. I cannot fault them at all. I booked them for both hotel pickup and Apple transfers and Auschwitz and they were on time. Very informative and always keeping in touch. Highly recommend them 100%. Can't fault them at all. The tour itself was brilliant. Heartbreaking but worth going the drive. I was lovely. I have nothing bad to say about this company
5 star
Excellent trip with amazing guide at Aushwitz. Thomas our driver was brilliant. On time and very organized and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Well organised trip
Well organised trip. Travel timings as advertised. Time at Auschwitz thought provoking.