Spy History Walking Tour On Embassy Row with a Former CIA officer

5.0
(8 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Begin at the Dupont Circle fountain and examine the suspicious death of a Kremlin insider with a real former intelligence officer. The theme of this tour is suspicious deaths and at the end, we review a few significant espionage cases to really get into the mindset of this unique profession. Hear more about the origins of “Embassy Row” and see where spies operated in the shadows. operated. Conduct a secret operation! Hint: Bring your map reading skills.

Don’t forget your walking shoes, bring water, and dress for the weather.

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Bottled water

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet by the northwest area of the fountain. Your contact will wear a baseball cap and carry a magazine. If you see these signals approach and ask "Do you know where the closest McDonald's is?" Your contact will reply, "I believe it's on the red line at Metro Center."

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    We discuss a suspicious death that took place at the Dupont Circle Hotel

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Discuss spy activity during the Revolutionary War and learn about a tradition of CIA officers before they deploy.

    Admission ticket free
  • Washington DC (Pass by)

    Discuss the assassination of Orlando Letelier at Sheridan Circle

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Practice your hand at impersonal communication. Can you spot the signal and unload the dead drop?

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Crime Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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