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Golden Gate Bridge
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"The consequences of jumping from this bridge are fatal and tragic..."(30 Tips)
"great views and hikes lots to see ocean, cliffs, bridge"(150 Tips)
"Don't hesitate about going on bike... It's the best way to see it!"(81 Tips)
"a must the bike tour crossing the bridge"(11 Tips)
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Behrooz RabieeAugust 27, 2014Spectacular! Go to the other side, not the vista point with all tourists. You can find great spots on the other road to park and enjoy!
Augustino PrzygockiJanuary 12, 2012Some of San Francisco's best weather is in October and November. If you want to get some spectacular views, plan your trip for this time of the year. Take a bay cruise with Blue & Gold Fleet at Pier41
Christian GerlichJune 22, 2014Enjoy the aweaome view and let the wind blow you through while watching the skite surfers.
Jeffrey-Ryan B.September 2, 2014Take both a walk and a drive across this iconic landmark, it is great to see two different viewpoints of the bridge and it's magnificence!
Great bridge. Gets cold so bundle up. One of the best cities in the world. Love this place.
- CollegeFashionistaJanuary 14, 2014The perfect spot for a great work out is a run on the Golden Great Bridge. Not only will you get a great work out in but you'll also enjoy an amazing view.
Justin SullivanAugust 18, 2014Bring a winter hat. Park at the lot on Merchant Rd at Battery Boutelle. Great views of the bridge, 0.3 miles to the visitor center, FREE.
California Travel Tips - Veronica HillJune 3, 2013Welcome to the Golden Gate! Did you know 120,000 cars travel across here daily? The bridge is 1.7 miles from beginning to end with a 4,200 foot suspension span. It takes about an hour to walk across.
Kim BiewerDecember 15, 2013Drive over and up into the hills for a view of the bridge with the city behind it- if the fog is on your side, it's a breathtaking view!
For the best view / picture opportunity of the bridge, go to baker beach. Much better views there than at the touristy gift shop area. Or go across the bridge to hawk hill, beautiful view there too
Majed AlashariFebruary 8, 2017The most photographic Bridge. There many spot where you can take an amazing shots.
AnthonyJuly 8, 2012See if the marine layer has crept in before you take a tour boat to the bridge. Clear and sunny skies at the pier doesn't necessarily correlate with conditions at the bridge.
PRZAKJanuary 12, 2012Some of San Francisco's best weather is in October and November. Plan your trip for that time of the year to get the most spectacular views of the bridge and of the bay.
FilmsquareJune 7, 2013James Bond fights with villain and psychopath Max Zorin on the Golden Gate Bridge in A View to a Kill (1985). Of course, close-ups were filmed on a mock-up in the studio. Read more
Romain VezirianMarch 29, 2015Make sure you bring a jacket. It does get very windy when you're on the bridge.
Rupesh KumarMarch 25, 2017The full bridge walk is slightly difficult if windy. Layer your clothes, take raincoat as umbrella doesn't help in the wind. There is a shelter at the end Also toilets.Bus from there to SF costs$5.50
Andrew CJuly 20, 2016Super foggy and much warmer than downtown SF... it's nice to have a defined bike lane too!!!
Tom CoatesJuly 28, 2018Three best views of the bridge are from the path by the observation platform, underneath at Fort Point and on the Marin headlands up the hill.
Leonardo MerlosNovember 19, 2016The very icon of San Francisco. A beautiful bridge. Don't miss the beach close to it or the panoramic spots
Fi VeiNovember 9, 2015One of the most beautiful bridges in the world? Yes it is. Try biking or driving along it, the structure is very beautiful.
Mel JDecember 23, 2018I don’t wanna be typical but it was fantastic. I drove and walked across it. I took pictures on and looking over it. Really lives up to its reputation.
Roy CudillaAugust 12, 2013there are 2 view decks &, i picked the wrong one. pain in the butt parking & too many people. better one is the one after the bridge, uphill on the north side. its elevated & has a better view.
Mike BakerJune 14, 2014Took a much needed vacation and visited the bridge while in California. It was an awesome site after just seeing pictures. Enjoyed the time we spent walking on it.
Tiffany KocielkoSeptember 1, 2015I biked the bridge! Great way to get in some epic scenery and exercise at the same time! A must do for locals and tourists!
Helio MedeirosJuly 5, 2017You can cross it walking on right side, cycling on left side or using the bus 30!! Different ways to Sausalito
ExploratoriumApril 20, 2012Did you know that the Golden Gate Bridge expands or contracts as the air temperature changes? It can rise or fall up to 16 feet! Try using the GGB as a thermometer the next time you're at Fort Mason: Read more
MaisJune 24, 2019If you want a good view, take the green line to Sausalito via the Big Bus and drop off at the bridge side that’s on the way back to San Francisco.
Carlos OrtizAugust 10, 2012Absolutely breathtaking views from the Bridge!!Definitely walk across it and beware of bikers! If your lucky you might watch dolphins playing down in the Bay! Be sure to visit the Forts!
René LePaulSeptember 23, 2014One of the most amazing views ever. A must see sight if you're in San Fran. I loved looking off the bridge onto SF!
When walking across the bridge be sure to look up and explore different angles of the towers and cables. You'll find lots of intriguing compositions and abstracts. Early evening the light is best.
Ninah RandolphApril 1, 2017Really nice views and photo ops from the overlook. You should make it a mission to also walk across the bridge itself
Christina Chin-ParkerJune 27, 2014Drove through the thick fog twice today and this is the most we saw of the bridge. The view point is better on the north end "IF" its clear of fog
Dan Mondragón SomeraJune 2, 2018A must see. Park in the bridge center before crossing and visit the gift shop. Also I would recommend walking it on foot :)
Anje LitleJune 14, 2014The most beautiful views you will see when you walk or ride a bike across the bridge! You must try it at least once-
Flavinha O.November 10, 2014Rent a bike and go all the way from fishermen's wharf through the golden gate, it's a beautiful ride and totally worth it.
IzabellaMay 4, 2015The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the greatest monuments of all time, I love this place!
Social News NetworkNovember 29, 2012Travel to the bridge and walk to find the perfect photo spot. Don't worry about parking. The lots are located on the northeast and southeast sides of the bridge.
Yeah, come on, like you're not coming here first. #protip - explore the area east of the main entrance off of Lincoln Blvd. Some of the best photos can be taken there, then walk up to the bridge.
Mr MaggioOctober 3, 2014You must visit the bridge and appreciate it from different locations, dont limit yourself and miss the experience
Katharine RobinsonDecember 27, 2011The Golden Gate Bridge is used as an iconic image of earth many times in Star Trek. Most notably in Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home when Kirk and Spock take a bus ride over the bridge. Read more- Simon KreuzerAugust 18, 2015You have to visit this bridge when you are in San Francisco. But crossing it by foot or bike is no fun because of the many people.
Rhodé Amira AamoumourJune 12, 2015Wonderful scenic view of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz, as well as other beautiful views. Great photo opp.
NUCRO BLACKNovember 9, 2012if you are goın to sf golden gate is waitin u;)see the view of city from bridge also alcatrazz and feel the happiness
Yuri RamocanAugust 12, 2017Beautiful views of the Bay Area. Be sure to drive or walk across the bridge. Traffic can sometimes get a little heavy.
Tristan TranOctober 26, 2014If you get close to the south side of the bridge, you get interesting information about the bridge!
Danny ThorpeSeptember 6, 2011If you drive across the bridge and park at the visitor center at the north end, you'll have a $6 toll to get back into the city. Park at the south end visitor ctr & walk across - no toll.
Strongly recommend taking the bridge boat ride. You’ll pay a little, yet experience quite a bit!
TerraTopiaJune 23, 2011Says WaveDancer: A gorgeous view of the Bay and city. 1.7 miles to walk from one vista point to the other. (Allow at least 1 hour for RT). For our nature-inspired adventures visit www.terratopia.com
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