Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Ghetto Visit

9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

This experience connects Krakow’s former Jewish Ghetto with Auschwitz-Birkenau in one carefully structured, full-day journey.

Begin in Podgórze with a 1.5-hour guided walk through the former Jewish Ghetto, where your guide provides historical context to the streets, walls, and key sites. Visit Eagle’s Pharmacy, known for its role during the occupation, and stop at Ghetto Heroes Square, a place of remembrance.

After this introduction, travel by bus to Auschwitz, approximately 1.5 hours from Krakow. With a licensed guide, visit Auschwitz I, including the preserved barracks and exhibitions, before continuing to Auschwitz II-Birkenau. Here, the scale of the site becomes clear as you walk along the railway tracks and through the remains of the camp.

By linking these locations in a single itinerary, the experience offers a more complete understanding of this period of history before returning to Krakow.

What's Included

Curated playlist and additional app designed to support reflection and provide deeper context
Guided walking tour through Krakow’s former Ghetto
Audio sets to hear your guide clearly
Roundtrip transportation from Krakow by bus.
Birkenau entry ticket with guided visit
Entry to Eagle’s Pharmacy, including an approximately 20-minute visit
Auschwitz entry ticket with guided visit
Please note that lunch is not included, so it is recommended to bring your own food and water.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet us at Rynek Podgórski, in front of St. Joseph’s Church, by the fountain located at the square. This easy-to-find spot serves as the starting point for your experience. Look for our friendly staff wearing purple “Crown Tours” t-shirts.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Ticket Redemption Point

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Church of St. Joseph

    Stand before St. Joseph’s Church, a striking landmark that marked the edge of the former ghetto. Its presence offers a powerful contrast between the life that continued around it and the reality faced within the ghetto walls, setting the tone for the journey ahead.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ghetto Wall Fragment

    Walk through the streets of the former ghetto, where your guide shares powerful stories of the Jewish community during World War II. See remnants of the ghetto wall and understand how daily life was shaped by occupation.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Eagle Pharmacy - Museum of Krakow

    Step inside this historic site, where acts of resistance and compassion took place. This visit adds a deeply personal layer to the broader historical narrative.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Plac Bohaterow Getta

    Pause at this symbolic square, marked by empty chairs that represent loss and memory. A meaningful moment to reflect before continuing the journey.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Walk along Piwna Street, one of the key streets within the former ghetto, where everyday life once unfolded under strict control. As you pass through, your guide shares stories of displacement, resilience, and how this area became part of a confined and monitored world.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Auschwitz-birkenau

    At Auschwitz I, Explore the original camp with a licensed guide. Walk through preserved barracks, exhibitions, and memorial spaces while gaining essential historical insight. Continue to Birkenau, where the vast grounds, railway tracks, and remains of barracks illustrate the scale and significance of the site.

    5 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • It is imperative to bring your official photo ID. Failure to do so may result in denial of entry. Please ensure that minors and adults are indicated correctly.
  • Kindly note that short skirts are not permitted due to the dress code.
  • We recommend wearing breathable fabrics and comfortable shoes. Consider wearing sun protection or rain gear based on the season.
Supplied by Crown Tours

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Show more
from per person
Was {{formatPrice(summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount, currency, 2)}}