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You Can Visit These 8 Spots In Seattle Where '10 Things I Hate About You' Filmed

"But mostly I hate the way I don't hate you."
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If you grew up in the late '90s or early 2000s, you'd know how unique "10 Things I Hate About You" was in pop culture. The 1999 romantic comedy had all of the elements for a fantastic teen film. If you loved Heath Ledger growing up, you'll want to visit these locations that served as the backdrop for this cult classic film. 

So for all you movie buffs out there, here's a list of filming locations in Seattle and Tacoma, Washington, that made the movie so dang iconic.

Be sure to refresh your memory by watching the movie before you head out to some of these classic Seattle destinations!

Kerry Park

Price: Free

Address: 211 W. Highland Dr., Seattle, WA

Why You Need To Go: This is a popular spot because of the sweeping views of the city. 

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Stadium High School

Price: Free

Address: 111 N. E. St., Tacoma, WA

Why You Need To Go: It looks like Washington's very own Hogwarts with beautiful castle-like architecture. 

Stadium Bowl

Price: Free

Address: 111 N. E. St., Tacoma, WA

Why You Need To Go: Remember where Patrick Verona (Ledger) serenaded Kat to "Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You?"  

Fremont Troll

Price: Free

Address: Troll Ave. N., Seattle, WA

Why You Need To Go: You can snag a photo with the troll, it's also where we were introduced to Joseph Gordon Levitt.

Lake Union

Price: Free

Address: 860 Terry Ave. N., Seattle, WA

Why You Need To Go: Lake Union has so much to offer in the summer, including boat rentals! 

Gas Works Park

Price: Free

Address: 2101 N. Northlake Way, Seattle, WA

Why You Need To Go: This is where Kat and Patrick had their date of paintball and paint balloons. 

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Paramount Theatre

Price: Varies

Address: 911 Pine St., Seattle, WA

Why You Need To Go: The theatre lobby was turned into the staircase that Kat flees down when she finds out about the "bet" that Patrick made.

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Century Ballroom

Price: Free

Address: 915 E. Pine St., Seattle, WA

Why You Need To Go: Back at prom, the actual dancing scenes were filmed at Century Ballroom.

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