Georgetown Spy History Tour with a Former CIA Officer

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Spyher

Ages: Children (9–12 years) · Adults (13–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: A 1.5 hour walking tour of WWII spy sites and history in Georgetown.

Not included

Not included: Snacks

Itinerary

Georgetown

1 h 30 min Admission not included

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 point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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.

Using your ticket

Agents,

Thanks for booking The Georgetown Spy Tour.

Please note these important meeting instructions:

We will meet outside the entrance of Oak Hill Cemetery, located at the intersection of 30th St. NW and R St NW, across the street from 2920 R. St. NW Washington, DC 20007, at the foot of the bell tower.

Your contact will be wearing a baseball cap and carrying a Washingtonian magazine in their right hand. He/She will approach you and ask, "do you know if there is a post office near here?" and you should reply, "I believe there is, but it is closed for construction." If someone approaches you without these correct paroles, you SHOULD NOT ENGAGE with them.

Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early to check in and to ensure an on-time start.

This is a 90-minute tour and there are no bathroom breaks. Please plan accordingly.

Attire/Dress Code: Spy-style (casual to blend in). Wear comfortable shoes and bring water as well as bug spray, sunscreen, hat, scarf and gloves as needed.

End Point: Outside of Martin’s Tavern at the corner of Nst. And Wisconsin Ave. NW.

Parking: Garage parking is available at the Georgetown Park shopping center, near our end point. Four hour metered parking is available in front of the Library on Rst. and Wisconsin, near our start point. We encourage participants to use public transportation.