Georgetown Spy History Tour with a Former CIA Officer
Washington DC, USAby Spyher
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 25 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
Spyher offers spy-themed tours and events inspired by the real-world experiences of former intelligence officers. Visit select spy sites in the iconic Georgetown neighborhood with a former intelligence officer. Along the way your expert guide shares personal anecdotes from their time overseas and interprets the remarkable history shaped by the people who called this neighborhood home, including leaders, heroes and traitors. Learn about the unique mindset of this profession. Hear more about impersonal communication and how it mitigates against risk and test the theory by reading a signal site and unloading a dead drop. *Note: This tour begins outside of Oak Hill Cemetery and ends about .7 mile away outside of Martin's Tavern. This tour is ideal for groups and teams. Don’t forget your walking shoes, bring water, and dress for the weather. We recommend SpyKids Mission Training for families traveling with kids ages 12 and under.
What's included
- A 1.5 hour walking tour of WWII spy sites and history in Georgetown.
- Snacks
Itinerary
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Georgetown
1.5 hours
If you enjoy real-life spy stories, covert operations, and international intrigue, this fun, educational and interactive tour is for you. Visit select spy sites in the iconic Georgetown neighborhood with a former intelligence officer. Along the way your expert guide, and former intelligence officer, shares personal anecdotes from their time overseas and interprets the remarkable history shaped by the people who called this neighborhood home, including leaders, heroes and traitors. Learn about the unique mindset of this profession as you explore the hidden histories that residents played in espionage during WWII and the Cold War. Hear more about impersonal communication and how it mitigates against risk and test the theory by reading a signal site and unloading a dead drop. Don’t forget your walking shoes, bring water, and dress for the weather. *Note: This tour begins outside of Oak Hill Cemetery and ends about .7 mile away outside of Martin's Tavern.
Meeting and pickup
Meet outside the Cemetery. Your contact will wear a baseball cap and carry a magazine in their right hand. He/She will approach you and ask, "do you know if there is a post office near here?" You should reply, "I believe there is, but it is closed for construction."
End point
This tour ends outside of Martin's Tavern.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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