Spies, Traitors & the Cold War: Secret London Free Tour
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Discover MI6 London! This real espionage tour of Westminster immerses you in Cold War treachery and double agents. Experience stories worthy of a novel, but totally authentic.
Delve into the hidden side of London with this tour of spies, traitors and the Cold War, where reality overcomes fiction. For 1.5 hours we will tour Westminster to discover how the United Kingdom and the Soviet Union fought a silent war after World War II.
We will start next to St. James's Park, the former home of MI6, and visit places where some of the most astonishing intelligence operations of the 20th century took place. From hotels where agents met in secret to offices where British employees betrayed their country, you'll learn real stories that seem straight out of a John le Carré novel.
You will discover espionage techniques such as "dead drops", meetings in pubs or networks of informants infiltrated into the heart of power. You will also meet key figures such as Kim Philby and the Cambridge Five, responsible for major leaks, and the case of Oleg Gordievsky, the double agent who helped prevent a possible nuclear war.
An essential tour to understand how decisions in the shadows changed history.
Meeting point
50 BROADWAY
Before you go
- Length
- About 1h 30min
- Languages
- Spanish
- Usual start times
- 11:00, 14:00 (London time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 10 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 1h 30min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is 50 BROADWAY. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Spanish. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 10 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 11:00 and 14:00. Times are local to London.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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