Midnight in Peking Walking Tour

Step back in time to the enigmatic streets of 1930s Peking, where history, mystery, and intrigue collide. Inspired by Paul French's bestselling true-crime novel, Midnight in Peking, this walking tour invites you to explore the city's shadowy past and uncover the secrets of a bygone era. Wander through the historic Legation Quarter and the labyrinthine hutongs, tracing the footsteps of the infamous Pamela Werner case—a tragic and unsolved murder that captivated the world. Along the way, explore key locations from the book, including the haunting Fox Tower and the atmospheric streets that once pulsed with the energy of expatriates, diplomats, and adventurers. Delve into the lives of Peking’s eclectic inhabitants, from the glittering elite to the shadowy figures of the underworld, and uncover how their intertwined stories shaped the city’s rich and complex history. This journey offers a rare glimpse into the social fabric of a bygone era, where glamour, intrigue, and danger coexisted in the heart of old Peking.