Christmas pop-up London: 5 festive spots to head to this holiday season

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Five festive places Londoners can check out this Christmas.

If you're looking for some Yuletide fun this Christmas, we've found five festive pop-ups around the capital that are sure to get Londoners in the holiday spirit this December.

Christmas has officially landed in the capital now that the city's famous light displays are on, and Hyde Park has once again transformed into a Winter Wonderland.

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Locals and others planning on visiting the city this Christmas can enjoy all the festive vibes by going for a skate in some of the capital's many rinks or browsing its merry markets.

Those looking for something a bit different can still have Christmas fun in London by heading to a festive movie screening or looking at the Thames sights from an igloo.

Here's where Londoners can head this festive season for some Christmas cheer in the capital.

Luna Cinema's festive screenings at Kensington Palace

Kensington Palace Pavilion will welcome film fans this festive season as it screens a series of classic Christmas flicks over December. From The Holiday to Die Hard, there will be a mix of different movies available for Londoners to watch to get in the festive spirit.

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Where: Kensington Palace Pavilion, London W8 4PY, United Kingdom

When: From December 11 until December 15.

Nearest Tube station: Notting Hill Gate

More information, including how to book your visit, is available on the Luna Cinema website.

Riverside Igloos at Tower Bridge

The cosy Coppa Club plush igloos will return riverside for another festive season for Londoners to enjoy a view of the Thames and some of the city's familiar sights, including the Shard.

Where: 3 Three Quays Walk, Lower Thames St, London EC3R 6AH

When: Taking bookings from now until January

Nearest Tube station: Tower Hill

More information, including how to book your visit, is available on the Coppa Club website.

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Gingerbread City in Shepherds Bush

Londoners will be able to step into Christmas at Westfield White City as they walk through a city made of gingerbread. Visitors will be able to marvel at the detailed festive display that was constructed by the hands of architects, designers and engineers.

Where: Westfield London, Ariel Way, London W12 7GF

When: From December 2 until January 1.

Nearest Tube station: Shepard's Bush

More information, including how to book your visit, is available on the Gingerbread City website.

Miracle At Henrietta in Covent Garden

From novelty cocktails to gaudy tinsel decorations, this spot will be sure to get Londoners in the festive spirit. Based in Covent Garden, its kitsch interiors attract many visitors each Christmas.

Where: 14-15 Henrietta St, London WC2E 8QH

When: From November 13 until December 23.

Nearest Tube station: Charring Cross

More information, including how to book your visit, is available on the Henrietta Hotel London website.

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The Humbug immersive Christmas dive bar in Waterloo

Londoners will be able to party with Father Christmas himself during the holiday season at the Humbug immersive Christmas dive bar experience. The two-hour show's live music, DJs and sing-a-longs will have visitors feeling both festive cheer and joyful nostalgia.

Where: Humbug, Unit 9, Leake Street Arches, Waterloo, London, SE1 8SW

When: From November 15 until January 6

Nearest Tube station: Waterloo

More information, including how to book your visit, is available on the Humbug website.

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