Hazel and Gus are teenagers who meet at a cancer support group and fall in love. They both share the same acerbic wit and a love of books, especially "An Imperial Affliction", so they embark on a journey to visit an author in Amsterdam.
Het Zwaartepunt van Nederland, Peppelerweg, Putten, Gelderland, Nederland, 3881 NC, Nederland
Mansions On Fifth Hotel, 5105, Fifth Avenue, Shadyside, Squirrel Hill North, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15232, United States of America
Scene: (Hotel of Gus, Hazel and her mother -- interior scenes including all scenes with Laura Dern)
Saint Pauls Episcopal Church Nursery School, Mayfair Drive, Lebanon Hills, Mt. Lebanon, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15228, United States of America
1961, Old 220 Road, Mount Eagle, Howard, Centre County, Pennsylvania, 16841, United States of America
The tear-jerking teen romance is set in Indianapolis and Amsterdam – and while its Indianapolis was really Pittsburgh, its Amsterdam was the genuine article, filming at the canals, cafes and the Anne Frank House at the heart of the story.
Where was The Fault in Our Stars filmed?
The Fault in Our Stars was filmed in Pittsburgh (as Indianapolis) and in the real Amsterdam.
Every Fault in Our Stars location, explained
1
Indianapolis – Pittsburgh
Hazel’s hometown of Indianapolis was played by Pittsburgh, including her house in Crafton Heights.
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Amsterdam – the real city
The couple’s trip used the genuine Amsterdam – the canals, the Keizersgracht restaurant and the Anne Frank House.
3
The bench
A canal-side bench on the Leidsegracht became a fan pilgrimage after the film.
4
The Anne Frank House
A pivotal, emotional scene was filmed at the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam.
Planning a visit
Amsterdam – the canals, the Anne Frank House and the famous bench – is the film’s real, walkable heart, and a moving destination for fans.
The Fault in Our Stars Fun Facts
1
Indianapolis is Pittsburgh Hazel’s hometown was filmed in Pittsburgh, not Indianapolis.
2
Amsterdam is real The couple’s trip used the genuine Amsterdam, including the Anne Frank House.
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Fans flocked to the bench The canal-side bench became such a fan spot that it was briefly removed and returned.
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Based on a bestseller It adapts John Green’s hugely popular novel.
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'Okay? Okay.' The film’s refrain became a cultural touchstone for fans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was The Fault in Our Stars filmed?
In Pittsburgh (as Indianapolis) and the real Amsterdam.
Is the Amsterdam in the film real?
Yes – it used the genuine city, including the Anne Frank House.
Where is the bench?
On the Leidsegracht canal in Amsterdam, now a fan landmark.
