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Washington, D.C. Embassy Row Spy Tour

TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10

AverageTop 36% in Washington DC

3 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Washington DC
  • 1 hr 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Washington, D.C.’s Embassy Row with a former CIA officer, uncovering espionage stories and taking on a secret map-reading mission.

About this tour

Step into the world of espionage on a Washington, D.C. Embassy Row spy tour led by a former CIA officer. Meet at Dupont Circle Fountain, then follow stories of suspicious deaths, covert communications, and the people whose choices changed the course of history.

Explore the origins of Embassy Row and investigate notorious cases involving traitors and defectors. Learn what can drive someone to leave their home country, and hear firsthand intelligence insights along the way. You’ll also take on a secret operation that puts your map-reading skills to the test. The walk ends at the corner of Q St and 19th Street, next to the Dupont Circle Hotel.

Wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and dress for the weather. Arrive 5–10 minutes early and check your confirmation for special Agent Meeting Instructions. Book your Washington, D.C. Embassy Row spy tour for a revealing look at the stories hidden in plain sight.

Highlights

  • Hear firsthand intelligence insights from a former CIA officer
  • Investigate notorious espionage cases in Washington, D.C.
  • Put your map-reading skills to work in a secret operation
  • Explore Embassy Row through stories of infamous traitors

What's included

Included

  • All fees and taxes

Not included

  • Entry into embassy buildings

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Important information

  • Children under 8 years are not permitted
  • People over 95 years are not permitted
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water
  • Bring sunscreen and insect repellent
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  • Dress for the weather
  • Arrive 5–10 minutes early for check-in
  • Check your order confirmation for special Agent Meeting Instructions
  • Tour starts at Dupont Circle Fountain and ends at the corner of Q St and 19th Street, next to the Dupont Circle Hotel

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 5.00 from 3 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.3. Top 36% in Washington DC means it ranks in the top 36% of tours in Washington DC by this score.

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