Exclusive Capitol Hill Spy History Tour with a Former CIA Officer

Explore the secrets and mysteries of Capitol Hill with subject matter expert in counterintelligence.

By Spyher

Select date and time

Saturday, April 5 · 10:30am - 12pm EDT

Location

Bartholdi Fountain and Gardens (U.S. Botanic Garden)

245 First Street Southwest Washington, DC 20024

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 5 days before event

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

Welcome to an **Exclusive Spy History Tour of Capitol Hill**!

Explore the secrets and mysteries of Capitol Hill with a former intel professional with deep subject matter expertise in counterintelligence, otherwise known as "spy-hunting".

Start at the beautiful Bartholdi Fountain and learn about Baker Lafayette, one of America's first spy hunters. What did he accomplish, why was he fired and why was he rehired? What were his lasting contributions to law enforcement practices. Continue up the hill and hear how the KGB and Soviet spies effectively used COVER to help them steal secrets from Congress. Why were they successful and why did they fail? Learn about Civil War Spies "Belle" Boyd and Rose Greenhow and Harriet Tubman. Which of these were imprisoned in Washington DC and what were their fates? Decode a secret message that was used during the Civil War using a cipher wheel.

Finally, put on your spy eyes while navigating the streets. What risks do you encounter? Are you being followed?

The tour ends at 316 F St., NE.

This in-person event is perfect for history buffs, and anyone looking for a unique and memorable experience in Washington, D.C. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore **Capitol Hill** like never before!

Not seeing a tour on the calendar that works for your schedule? Submit a request for a new date/time, and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs.

Private tours available upon request in English, Spanish, French, Russian, Turkish, Arabic or Hebrew.

Frequently asked questions

Is gratuity included in the ticket price?

Gratuity is not included in the ticket price. A $10-$20 gratuity is recommended and appreciated but not required.

Do you offer this as a private tour?

Yes, please contact us to schedule a private tour. Private tours are available in French, Spanish, Russian, Turkish, Arabic, Hebrew and others (just ask).

The date/time available does not work for us. Do you offer this tour on other dates/times?

Yes, with two weeks notice or more, and depending on host availability, we can make another tour available for ticket purchases. Please contact us with specific requests.

Are there bathroom breaks?

No, there are no scheduled bathroom breaks.

How long is this tour?

90 minutes.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, there are ramps for wheelchairs to use when leaving a sidewalk. Motorized wheelchairs will be able to navigate the hills.

What is your cancellation policy?

Customers will receive a full refund or credit with 5 days notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of Spyher cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Spyher will make every effort to cancel at least 24 hours prior to tour start time

Organized by

Spyher

Rosanna has 20+ years of experience in intelligence, security, and risk, including 15 years at CIA in operational and leadership positions in Latin America, Europe, South Asia, Iraq and Washington D.C. Today, Rosanna continues to participate in scenario-based training in the intelligence space, has advised on interdiction efforts by U.S. Customs & Border Protection, and has been integral in insider risk investigations in the oil and energy sector.