Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Tour from Munich by Train
4,8 (6120)5hMunich, Germany
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Munich to Dachau Concentration Camp Private Tour by Car
4.6(17 reviews)Munich, Germany
5hDurationGerman, English, Italian, Pl, French, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupWheelchair accessibleAccessibilityEasyLevel
About this experience
This tour involves visiting the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, which was the first and longest-running Nazi concentration camp during WWII. Participants will learn about the camp's history, including information about its prisoners and commanders, guided by an Expert Guide. There is an option to watch a documentary for a more in-depth understanding of the subject. The tour has two options: a 4-hour tour that includes round-trip transfers from Munich and a 2-hour guided visit of the memorial site, and a 6-hour tour that includes the same round-trip transfers, a screening of a documentary film, and a 2-hour tour of the memorial site.
Itinerary
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Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
Tour to uncover the chilling history of Dachau, the first Nazi concentration camp and a prototype for all camps that followed. Enjoy hotel pickup and travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle straight to the memorial site. With your Private Guide, an expert in WWII history, walk through the camp’s grounds, including the prisoner barracks, crematorium, guard towers, and the roll-call square, as well as exhibitions filled with powerful photographs, documents, and artifacts. As you follow in the footsteps of prisoners, you’ll hear authentic stories of daily suffering, forced labor, and survival, and reflect on the atrocities committed here from 1933 to 1945. Learn how Heinrich Himmler designed Dachau as a model for future camps, and uncover the mechanisms of terror used by the Third Reich. Your guide will help you understand the historical context and human impact, offering exclusive insights that many tourists miss. This is not just a tour — it’s an intimate & eye-opening experience,
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Dachau
if you wish to gain an even deeper understanding by adding a powerful screening of “The Dachau Concentration Camp” (2021) — an emotional documentary shown at the memorial’s on-site cinema. This professionally produced film combines original footage, photos, artwork, plans, documents, and survivor testimonies, giving you a fuller picture of Dachau’s history, from its creation to its liberation and legacy. This extended visit allows time for deeper reflection and learning, making it an essential addition for those wanting to fully grasp the site's significance. You’ll experience Dachau with care, respect, and depth — a private, personalized tour that goes beyond the surface. Book now to ensure a meaningful visit that will stay with you long after you leave.
What's included / not included
(number of attractions depends on the selected option)Screening of the documentary “The Dachau Concentration Camp” (in the 6-hour option only)Free entry and 2–hour tour of the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site5-Star Licensed Guide in Dachau who speaks fluently in chosen languagePrivate car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodationPrivate Half-Day Trip from Munich to Dachau Concentration Camp
Screening of the documentary “The Dachau Concentration Camp” (in the 4-hour option)
Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Good to know
- Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
- The itinerary depends on the selected option.
- Please note that the screening of “The Dachau Concentration Camp” documentary is included only in the 6-hour option. The film is available in English, German, Italian, French or Spanish.
- You will go on a 2-hour guided tour of the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site.
- This tour includes an estimated 1,5-hour round-trip transfer between Dachau and your accommodation in Munich. Transfer time will vary depending on the distance and traffic.
- We will provide private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off in a standard car (sedan) for 1-4 people, or a van for groups of 5+ people. You can book a 5-people tour for a larger vehicle.
- Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance—we’re happy to help!
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