Auschwitz-Birkenau Day Trips from Kraków
Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau, the former Nazi concentration and extermination camp, now a memorial and museum to the more than a million people murdered here. A deeply moving and important day trip from Kraków, with transport and an authorised guide who provides essential, respectful context.
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Auschwitz-Birkenau in Krakow — FAQ
What is Auschwitz-Birkenau?
Auschwitz-Birkenau is the former Nazi German concentration and extermination camp in occupied Poland, where over a million people, mostly Jews, were murdered; it is now a UNESCO memorial and museum.
Do you need a guide for Auschwitz?
During peak hours an authorised educator-guide is required, and guided tours from Kraków include transport, entry and the guide, providing essential historical context.
How long does an Auschwitz visit take?
A full visit to both Auschwitz I and Birkenau takes about 3.5 hours on site, plus around 1.5 hours’ travel each way from Kraków, so allow most of a day.