City of Spies: Discover London's Espionage History Private Tour
At a glance
City of Spies: Discover London's Espionage History Private Tour is a 2h 30m private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Travel Curious. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $290 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: A local, professional tour guide for your own private group, Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places, A drink in a historic bar used by British intelligence officers.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–10 per booking · adult required
- Ages
- Child 0–11 · Adult 12–100
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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City of Spies: Discover London's Espionage History Private Tour
from $85
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 10:00, 10:30, 16:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Immerse yourself in London's rich and intriguing espionage history on a walking tour. Your tour ends with a drink at the Caxton Bar, where during World War Two, MI5, SIS and Naval Intelligence Division officers such as 007 author Ian Fleming himself met their agents.
On your private walking tour, your guide will take you through the history of events we know well - including the Cold War and World War II - and flip the stories on their heads to show you what was happening behind the scenes, in the deep underbelly of MI5, MI6, and the Met Police. Along your tour, your guide will tell you about several double agents, how they were discovered and the way these events shaped history.
As you finish with a drink in the Caxton Bar, your guide will be sure you're left up to speed on the ways espionage is still going on in London!
What's included
What's included
- A local, professional tour guide for your own private group
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- A drink in a historic bar used by British intelligence officers
Not included
- Gratuities (optional)
- No tickets required
- Transportation throughout tour
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Food and additional drink
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
Immerse yourself in one of the world’s largest centres of international trade, finance, geopolitics, and espionage history. Journey through London's role in the Cold War, the origins of MI5, MI6 and Churchill's role in WWII bringing down the Nazi regime.
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Stop 2 · 1h
Hear stories of double agents and plots to overthrow the government at some of the most powerful institutions in Westminster, including Downing Street, Whitehall, and Westminster Palace.
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Stop 3 · 30m
Finish your tour with a drink included at the Caxton Bar where, during WWII, MI5, SIS and Naval Intelligence Division officers such as 007 author Ian Fleming himself met their agents.
Meeting point
Your guide will meet you in front of The Ritz London, 150 Piccadilly, St. James's, London W1J 9BR, United Kingdom.
End point
Finish point will be at the St. Ermin's Hotel.
Traveller ratings
5.0
1 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
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Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the City of Spies: Discover London's Espionage History Private Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $290 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
A local, professional tour guide for your own private group; Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places; A drink in a historic bar used by British intelligence officers.
Where does it start?
Your guide will meet you in front of The Ritz London, 150 Piccadilly, St. James's, London W1J 9BR, United Kingdom.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
