Golden Gate Bridge

Hours of Operation

  • Sidewalk open daily Nov - early Mar: 5:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; early Mar - Oct: 5:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
(415) 921-5858
Golden Gate Bridge
San Francisco, CA 94901

Description

One of the most recognizable landmarks in the nation, the Golden Gate Bridge spans 1.7 miles across the San Francisco Bay as it opens out into the Pacific Ocean. Built between 1921 and 1937, the cable-span bridge can be walked over or bicycled across, offering lovely views of the water and cityscape.... more »

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Guide to Top Five Things That are Must-See When You Travel to San Francisco
Updated 07/04/2009
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Originally constructed in 1937, this amazing Wonder of the World spans more than 4,200 feet and is still one of the largest suspension bridges in the entire world. Even seventy years later, this bridge is considered to be a modern marvel of engineering. Featuring several lanes on each side—typically crowded with back and forth traffic and several pedestrian walkways and bike lanes, and large, angled peaks that comprise its structure. Make sure that you don’t miss this amazing site when you travel to San Francisco.

Huell Howser Explores California on YouTube
Updated 06/11/2009
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Every little thing on earth amazes Huell Howser, so you can imagine how he FLIPPED over the Golden Gate Bridge. I actually like to imagine that he wasn’t all that impressed.

Hoofinit San Francisco
Updated 03/31/2009
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One of the most recognizable landmarks in the nation, the Golden Gate Bridge spans 1.7 miles across the San Francisco Bay and looms to a height of 746 ft. Finished in 1937, the hike across offers lovely views of the water, Marin headlands and cityscape.

Bicycles Are Red Hot!: Cycling From San Francisco To Sausalito
Updated 07/15/2009
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