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Prepare Before You Go

I've been guiding visitors through Auschwitz since 2006. Some people wish they had prepared better. Get a free preparation checklist and practical tips from a licensed guide — so you can focus on what matters during your visit.

Your Visit Preparation Checklist

A preview of what's inside:

  • Check current entry rules and opening hours
  • Book tickets in advance (they sell out)
  • Bring a valid ID document
  • Plan your transport (parking vs public transport)
  • Allow at least 3.5 hours for the visit
  • Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate shoes
  • Prepare emotionally — know what to expect

Sign up below to get the full printable checklist (PDF).

Who Prepared This Checklist?

My name is Łukasz, and I've been a licensed guide at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial since 2006. I've guided thousands of visitors and I know the most common mistakes people make. This checklist is based on nearly 20 years of real experience — not generic travel advice.

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Get Your Free Auschwitz Visit Preparation Checklist

What to Expect After Signing Up

  • Printable visit preparation checklist (PDF)
  • Practical tips: transport, tickets, timing
  • Updates when entry rules or pricing change
  • Zero spam — only useful information before your visit
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Plan Your Visit Step by Step

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Transport

How to get to the Museum by car, bus, or train.

How to Arrive
Get There from Kraków

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Tickets & Entry

Current booking rules and entry guidelines.

Book Tickets
Enter the Exhibition

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Tour Route

What the visit looks like and how to explore the area.

Regular Tour
Beyond Regular Tour

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Tips

How to make the most of your visit to the Auschwitz Memorial.

Take Full Advantage
Visit More Nearby

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Questions & Answers

Common mistakes and practical advice from a licensed guide.

Arrange Yourself
Frequently Asked Questions