About The Golden Gate Bridge

The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most beautiful, and most photographed, bridges in the world. It’s not called “Golden” because of its color, it was actually painted red and has gone orange over time. It’s named after the one-mile-wide straight between the San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean.

When visiting San Francisco, set aside some time to walk or bike across the bridge, take in the panoramic views of the ocean, the Bay, and the city. Be prepared for sensory overload of color, sound of the wind through the suspension cables, and sunshine.

Internationally recognized as a symbol of San Francisco, California it is a structure in the art deco style. It was acknowledged to be one of the Wonders of the Modern Word. When it opened in 1937 it was both the longest, and tallest, suspension bridge in the world, 4,200 ft long, and 746 ft high

Must See

  • Observe the sunrise and sunset from the bridge
  • Explore the Golden Gate Recreational Area
  • Cycle across the bridge

How to reach

By bus:

Take a bus from McAllister St & Polk St- to Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza.  It is a journey of 7.6 km that is covered in 22 minutes and costs 3 to 5 USD.

By Uber:

Take an Uber from San Francisco Bay Area to Golden Gate Bridge.  It is a journey of 8.1 km that is covered in 8 minutes and costs 19 to 22 USD.

Tips

  • Do not throw garbage in and around the bridge.
  • Wear comfortable shoes that will enable you to walk freely.
  • Carrying a garbage bag with yourself would help if you decide to throw garbage somewhere.
  • Make sure your shoes have a good grip on the ground.
  • When riding a bicycle, make sure to wear a helmet.
  • There are times when the bridge is foggy, making it a bit harder to see the majestic views. July and August are the most inconvenient months to visit.
  • The water in the bay near Crissy Field is one of the most popular places in the area to go windsurfing safely.

Visit Time

Sunday:           Open 24 hours

Monday:          Open 24 hours

Tuesday:         Open 24 hours

Wednesday:    Open 24 hours

Thursday:        Open 24 hours

Friday:             Open 24 hours

Saturday:         Open 24 hours

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Waiting Time

Nil

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

30 minutes to 1 hour

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 28°C

 

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