The beloved teen comedy – a high-school update of Shakespeare’s Taming of the Shrew – was filmed around Seattle and Tacoma, Washington, where a castle-like real high school became Padua High.
Where was 10 Things I Hate About You filmed?
10 Things I Hate About You was filmed in Tacoma and Seattle, Washington – Stadium High School as Padua High.
Every 10 Things I Hate About You location, explained
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Padua High – Stadium High School
The school is the castle-like Stadium High School in Tacoma, Washington.
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Kat and Bianca’s house – Tacoma
The sisters’ home used a house in Tacoma.
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Seattle landmarks
The film used Seattle spots like the Fremont Troll and Gas Works Park.
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The prom – Seattle
The prom scenes used a ballroom in Seattle.
Planning a visit
The striking Stadium High School in Tacoma – the real Padua High – and the landmarks of Seattle are real, accessible Washington spots.
10 Things I Hate About You Fun Facts
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A castle-like school Padua High is the real, turreted Stadium High School in Tacoma.
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Filmed around Seattle The film used Tacoma and Seattle, Washington.
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A Shakespeare update It’s a high-school retelling of The Taming of the Shrew.
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A breakout cast It launched Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles.
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'I want you, I need you' Ledger’s stadium serenade became the film’s signature scene.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was 10 Things I Hate About You filmed?
In Tacoma and Seattle, Washington – Stadium High School as Padua High.
What school is Padua High?
The castle-like Stadium High School in Tacoma.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Stadium High School and Seattle’s landmarks are accessible.
Who stars in it?
Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles.
What is it based on?
Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew.
