Auschwitz-Birkenau: Guided Tour + Transport

Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transport

This guided tour provides a respectful and educational visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, one of the most significant historical sites in Europe. Your professional guide will lead you through both the original Auschwitz camp and the larger Birkenau site, providing factual historical context throughout your visit.

The tour begins at the main Auschwitz site, where you'll walk through permanent exhibitions housed in restored barracks and observe key historical areas. Your guide will share the camp's history and the experiences of those imprisoned here. You'll then continue to Birkenau, the larger site where you'll see the railway entrance, preserved prisoner barracks, and understand the scale of this memorial complex.

What is Included

• Roundtrip transport to and from Auschwitz-Birkenau
• Professional English-speaking guide
• Guided tour of both Auschwitz and Birkenau sites
• Access to permanent exhibitions and memorial areas

Good to Know

The complete experience lasts approximately 7 to 8 hours, including transport time. You'll spend around two hours at the main Auschwitz site and approximately one hour at Birkenau. The tour involves extensive walking, primarily outdoors, so wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.

Arrive at the designated meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure and bring valid photo identification for entrance verification. No lunch is provided during the tour, so pack snacks and water for the day. The memorial is a place of remembrance where respectful behaviour and attire are expected at all times.

If you're planning to explore more of Poland's historical sites, consider booking a Krakow guided walking tour to discover the medieval city centre. For those interested in other significant World War II locations, you might also explore Krakow's Jewish Quarter tour to learn about the area's rich cultural heritage.