From Warsaw: Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour by Car
Mazovia Province, Warsaw
Visit one of the most important sites of World War II on a guided day trip by car from Warsaw to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp. Learn about the history of the Holocaust.
Overview
This full-day guided tour from Warsaw visits the Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp, suitable for those interested in Holocaust history and memorial sites.
Highlights
- Learn about the tragic history of the Holocaust where millions were murdered
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp
- Transportation by car or van with an English-speaking driver
Description
You will be picked up early morning from your accommodation in Warsaw by an English-speaking driver in a standard car or minivan. Departure time depends on your Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum entrance slot and may vary from the stated time.
Upon arrival, join a 3.5-hour guided group tour covering Auschwitz and Birkenau camps in English. The tour begins at Auschwitz, established in 1940 near the town of Oswiecim by German Nazis. Visit key sites such as Block 11 (Death Block), the Wall of Death, and the gas chamber where about 70,000 people were killed between 1940 and 1943. You will also watch a post-liberation film presented in multiple languages inside the museum.
Next, proceed to Birkenau, located 3 kilometers from Oswiecim in the former village of Brzezinka. Auschwitz II Birkenau was founded in 1941 and housed approximately 1.5 million people from 1942 to 1945, mainly Jews, as well as Poles, Roma, Russians, and prisoners from across Europe. The infamous Gate of Death served as the entry point for prisoner transports from 1944. In 1979, the site was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
There will be time to have lunch at a nearby restaurant during the tour. After the visit, you will be transported back to Warsaw and dropped off at your accommodation. The full tour lasts up to 13 hours. The default language of the tour is English; Spanish, Italian, German, and French are available upon request.
Includes
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Transport with English-speaking driver
- Entrance tickets to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
- Guided tour inside the museum
- Bottle of water
Important Information
- All participants must provide their full name and contact details when booking, as required by the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum.
- Entrance may be refused if the booking name does not exactly match the ID presented at entry.
- Tickets to the museum are non-refundable due to strict museum policies. Please confirm your booking carefully.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Bring a valid photo ID for admission. Wear comfortable shoes and appropriate clothing as the tour involves significant walking. Booking early is recommended to secure your preferred date and time slot.
