Auschwitz Tours from Krakow
Licensed guides, skip-the-line entry and return transport included — compare all our Auschwitz-Birkenau tour and transfer options and book direct.
Auschwitz-Birkenau Tours from Krakow
Auschwitz-Birkenau is the most visited memorial site in Poland and one of the most important historical sites in the world. Each year, millions of visitors travel from Krakow to see where more than 1.1 million people were murdered during World War II, and a guided tour is the most straightforward way to understand what you're seeing.
We offer three guided Auschwitz tours from Krakow, plus a private transfer for anyone who prefers to visit independently: a standard tour for up to 30 visitors, a small-group tour capped at 15 people, and a combined day trip that pairs Auschwitz-Birkenau with the Wieliczka Salt Mine. All of our guided tours include a licensed guide, skip-the-line entry, and round-trip transport from Krakow — pick the option below that fits your group, budget, and schedule.
Which Auschwitz Tour Should You Choose?
Auschwitz Tour (Up to 30 People)
Our standard guided tour, from €49 per person. Departs from one of three central meeting points in Krakow and runs in English, Dutch, Italian or French depending on the date. The most affordable way to see Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau with a licensed guide.
Small-Group Auschwitz Tour (Max 15 People)
The same full-day visit, but capped at 15 visitors per guide, from €79 per person. Includes hotel pickup and runs in English only. Worth the extra cost if you want less crowding around your guide and a more personal pace.
Wieliczka Salt Mine & Auschwitz Tour
Combines both UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one long day (around 11 hours), from €110 per person. Departs from central meeting points and runs in English only. The practical choice if your time in Krakow is limited and you don't want to book two separate days out.
Prefer to skip the group entirely? Our private transfer to Auschwitz-Birkenau gets you there and back on your own schedule, while you join the Museum's own on-site tour.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an Auschwitz tour from Krakow cost?
Guided group tours start from €49 for our standard tour (up to 30 visitors) and €79 for the small-group version (max 15 visitors). The combined day trip with the Wieliczka Salt Mine costs €110. If you'd rather travel independently, our private transfer to Auschwitz-Birkenau starts from €169 per group.
Do I need to book Auschwitz tickets in advance?
Yes. Since March 2026, on-site ticket sales at Auschwitz-Birkenau have ended, so entry is by pre-booked ticket only. Guided tours and transfers fill up especially fast in the summer months, so we recommend booking as early as possible.
What's the difference between the standard tour and the small-group tour?
Both cover Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau with a licensed guide over about 7 hours. The standard tour runs with up to 30 visitors per guide and departs from one of three central meeting points. The small-group version is capped at 15 visitors, includes hotel pickup, and costs more — you trade a slightly higher price for a smaller group and a more personal pace.
Is hotel pickup included?
It depends on the tour. Our small-group Auschwitz tour includes hotel pickup. The standard 30-person tour and the combined Wieliczka Salt Mine day trip depart from one of three central meeting points in Krakow instead, so the whole group can set off together on time.
Can I visit Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine in the same day?
Yes — our combined day trip visits both UNESCO World Heritage Sites in a single, long day out (around 11 hours). It's a practical option if your time in Krakow is limited and you don't want to book two separate days.
What languages are the Auschwitz tours guided in?
The standard 30-person tour runs in English, Dutch, Italian and French depending on the date and time slot. The small-group tour and the combined Wieliczka Salt Mine day trip currently run in English only.
Is it better to take a guided tour or go to Auschwitz independently?
For a first visit, a guided tour is strongly recommended — the site is large, and a licensed guide provides context that's hard to get on your own. If you'd rather set your own pace, our private transfer gets you to Auschwitz-Birkenau and back while you join the Museum's own on-site tour.
How far is Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow?
Auschwitz-Birkenau is about 70 km from central Krakow, roughly 1.5 hours each way by car. All of our tours and the private transfer include round-trip transport, so you don't need to arrange this yourself.
Is Auschwitz-Birkenau suitable for children?
Children are welcome on all of our tours when accompanied by an adult, and infant seats are available on request. The subject matter can be emotionally difficult, so we recommend a minimum age of 13.