In pictures: London's best alternative Christmas trees

We're all for traditional firs, but they can get a tad samey, so we've scouted out the city for the coolest alternative trees. From upside-down spruces to a 3D-printed Christmas installation, here are the ones worth seeing.

1. Tate Britain's topsy-turvy tree

 

A photo posted by The Upcoming (@theupcoming) on Dec 1, 2016 at 1:17am PST

2. Aqua Shard's 3D-printed optical illusion tree (created in collaboration with none other than David Attenborough)

3. Kew Gardens' festive forest

 

A photo posted by Lauren and Reuben (@lauren.reuben) on Dec 1, 2016 at 1:36am PST

4. The Ace Hotel's classicist tribute tree by J.W Anderson 

 
5. Granary Square's ice-encapsulated fir

6. The V&A's Victorian-inspired iron tree

Feeling festive? Here are Christmassy 100 things to do in London this December.