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London: Spy Walking Tour

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    London: Spy Walking Tour

    From US$ 191.93 per group up to 15

    Explore the secret, shadowy world of London's spies on this walking tour. Travel to iconic locations throughout the city, including Trafalgar Square, Millbank Tower, Waterloo Bridge, Baker Street, and more.

    About this activity

    Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
    Covid-19 precautions
    Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
    Mobile ticketing
    Use your phone or print your voucher
    Duration 3 hours
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    Live tour guide
    English
    Private group

    Experience

    Highlights
    • Discover the history of Britain's intelligence services
    • Visit the headquarters of both MI5 and MI6
    • Find out what it takes to work for Britain's security services in the 21st century
    • Unearth how the real world of spies has inspired some of the greatest authors
    • Hear fascinating stories about the work of spies during the Second World War
    Full description

    Spend the day exploring London, learning about the intelligence organizations of Britain, and the operations and assassinations that these organizations have undertaken. Discover what it’s like to work for Britain’s security services in the 21st century.

    Start at Swiss Cottage and hear one of the most exciting espionage tales of the Second World War. Head to Baker Street to visit the home of Sherlock Holmes. Find out how the fictional consulting detective has a link to the Second World War.

    Listen to the history of two of the most infamous intelligence organizations in the world, MI5 and MI6, and stand outside their headquarters in London. Make stops at other locations, such as shops rumored to have been used as cover for British agents to meet their handlers.

    Visit the site of a KGB assassination at a hotel where a Russian spy, Alexander Litvinenko, was poisoned. See the building where one of the most gruesome and macabre operations of the Second World War was planned.

    Includes
    • Tour guide
    • Tips
    • Travel cards/tickets for public transportation
    Not suitable for
    • Wheelchair users
    Covid-19 precautions

    You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

    Traveler requirements
    • You are required to bring and wear a mask
    • All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts

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    Meeting point

    Meet your guide outside the Odeon Luxe Swiss Cottage. Please arrive 15 minutes before the activity start time. Your guide will be wearing a Tours of the UK backpack, Coat, or Hoodie.

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    Important information

    What to bring

    • Comfortable shoes
    • Comfortable clothes

    Not allowed

    • Luggage or large bags
    • Video recording

    Know before you go

    • The tour will take place in all weather conditions, please dress accordingly
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    Tours of the UK

    Product ID: 406542