Auschwitz-Birkenau: Skip-the-Line Ticket – Guided Tour

• Skip the line and enter the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum
• Join a guided tour with a licensed museum educator
• Explore both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau
• Learn about the Holocaust and the Nazi concentration and extermination system
• Walk through barracks, gas chamber remains, and the “Arbeit macht frei” gate
• Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site of global historical importance

Take part in a guided visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum – one of the most important historical sites in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This skip-the-line ticket includes entry and a guided tour led by a licensed museum educator, offering a deeply informative and respectful experience.

The tour begins at the entrance to Auschwitz I, where you'll meet a representative and receive your personalised entry pass. You will then join an official museum group and follow an educator through key sites at both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau. The experience provides historical context about the Holocaust, the German Nazi occupation of Poland, and the unimaginable suffering of those imprisoned in the camp.

As you walk through original barracks, see remnants of gas chambers, and pass beneath the infamous “Arbeit macht frei” gate, your guide will offer insights that give weight and meaning to each place. The visit is not only educational, but also deeply moving – many visitors describe it as a moment that stays with them forever.

Due to high demand and strict visitor limits, advance online booking is highly recommended. By securing your skip-the-line ticket in advance, you ensure access to one of the most important memorial sites in the world – and the opportunity to reflect, learn, and honour the memory of those who lost their lives here.

• Children under 13 years old – the museum recommends this minimum age due to the nature of the site, but the final decision is up to the accompanying adult
• People with reduced mobility – uneven terrain, stairs, and no ramps or lifts
• Animals are not allowed – except guide dogs with prior notification

• Large bags or backpacks (only small handbags allowed)
• Photography with flash, for commercial use, or in restricted areas
• Loud behaviour or inappropriate clothing
• Eating and drinking on the museum grounds
• Please respect the solemn character of the memorial site
• Full visitor guidelines available here: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum visitor rules (PDF)

• Valid ID – required for entry
• Booking confirmation – either on your phone or printed
• Comfortable walking shoes – the tour includes uneven surfaces and long distances
• Weather-appropriate clothing – the tour takes place in both indoor and outdoor areas
• Respectful attire – this is a place of remembrance

• Tickets are personalised – The name on each ticket must match the ID or passport. In case of a mismatch, entry may be refused and we will not be able to assist on site.
• Language policy – The default language of the tour is English. We make every effort to provide the experience in the language selected during booking. However, if this is not possible due to external factors (such as an insufficient number of participants or guide availability), the tour will take place in English. You will be informed at least one day in advance.
• Accessibility – The Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum is not fully accessible. Most exhibition areas in Auschwitz I require stairs – there are no lifts or ramps. Both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau have gravel paths, which may be difficult to navigate without assistance. Wheelchairs are available upon request in advance.
• Bag policy – Only small bags (max. 30×20×10 cm) are allowed inside the museum. Larger luggage must be left in your vehicle or stored in the paid luggage room near the entrance.
• Arrival time – Please arrive at the Auschwitz I car park at least 15 minutes before your scheduled entry time. You’ll receive your personalised entry pass from a tour representative at the entrance.
• Tickets and queues – Your tickets include entry and skip-the-line access to the ticket office. However, all visitors must pass through security screening (similar to airport control), and lines may form. To speed up the process, we recommend not bringing prohibited or sharp items, and placing metal objects like keys in the scanning tray. Items left in your pockets may trigger the detector and delay entry.
• Student tickets – If you booked a discounted student ticket, don’t forget to bring a valid student ID.
• Provide correct contact details – Make sure your email and phone number are correct, as we may need to contact you about organisational changes.
• Possible organisational changes – The meeting time may change due to logistics. You will be notified at least one day in advance – please monitor your messages and email.
• Need transport from Krakow? – If you prefer a guided tour with transport from Krakow included, you can book it here: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour from Krakow.