Espionage and Spies in London: Where Now’s Self-Guided Tour

Track down the history of secret agents, from the real to the fictional, on this self-guided audio tour of London. Take an immersive stroll, experience GPS playback, and learn all about the dangerous and debonair world of espionage. Hear from Where Now Tours, who, with a combination of historical facts, dramatic re-enactments, and tantalising trivia to impress your friends, will guide you around Westminster. This spy-themed London tour will take you around the city. Along the way, you’ll hear all about the writer John Le Carré’s ‘George Smiley’, Robert Ludlum’s ‘Jason Bourne’ and, of course, the most famous fictional super-spy ever, James Bond. Every corner has a story to tell, from covert operations to espionage moments, and you’ll hear them all – going as far back as the 1500s with Queen Elizabeth I’s original spymaster. There’s an exciting story about secret agents' daring exploits on every corner. So grab your fedora and radio transmitter, but watch your back for double agents.

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   Begin your tour at Waterloo Station, the original home of MI6. Learn about its significance in the world of espionage and its role in countless spy operations.

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   Waterloo Bridge

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   Stroll across Waterloo Bridge, which has its own connections to the world of espionage and intelligence operations.

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   Theatre Royal Drury Lane

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   Discover the origins of the nursery rhyme about the Muffin Man and its connection to espionage. This historic theater has its own intriguing tales.

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   Piccadilly Circus

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   Explore Piccadilly Circus, a famous landmark where a glamorous secret agent danced into stardom. Hear about its role in spy films and real-life intelligence operations.

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   Whitehall

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   Walk through Whitehall, home to the Prime Minister's residence on Downing Street, and the Old War Office Building, a key location in the Bond franchise where British intelligence plots their missions.

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   Westminster Bridge

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   Visit Westminster Bridge, where dramatic James Bond action scenes were filmed against the backdrop of Big Ben. This iconic spot is steeped in spy lore.

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   Freemasons' Hall

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   Uncover the mysteries of Freemasons Hall, a building often associated with secret societies and clandestine meetings.

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   Stop 8

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   Pay tribute to the brave women who played crucial roles in espionage during World War II.

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   Somerset House

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   Visit Somerset House, which served as an Eastern European location in James Bond films. Delve into its cinematic history and its ties to the world of spies.

• Service animals allowed
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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