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Visit the Golden Gate Bridge
Few places in the world are as instantly recognizable as the Golden Gate Bridge. Spanning the entrance to San Francisco Bay, this engineering marvel links San Francisco to Marin County while standing at the heart of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area—parklands protected and cared for in partnership with the National Park Service and the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy.
Whether you’re crossing the bridge on foot on its 1.7-mile span, snapping photos from a scenic overlook, or exploring nearby trails, a visit to the Golden Gate Bridge is an unforgettable way to experience the Bay Area’s natural beauty, history, and culture—all in one place.
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Best Views of the Golden Gate Bridge
From beaches and bluffs to historic sites and urban overlooks, the Golden Gate National Recreation Area park sites offers unmatched Golden Gate Bridge view points. See it from Alcatraz, the Marin Headlands, the Presidio, Crissy Field, Lands End, Baker Beach, and more—each spot offering a unique perspective of this iconic landmark.
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The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most photographed landmarks in the world—and it's easy to see why. Its signature foggy mornings and golden sunsets make the surrounding Golden Gate National Recreation Area ideal places to capture the engineered beauty of the bridge from every angle, in every season.
Golden Gate Bridge History
In 1846, Captain John C. Fremont named the entrance to San Francisco Bay the “Golden Gate”—after the great harbor of the “Golden Horn” in ancient Byzantium.
The population influx of the Gold Rush spurred further support for the construction of a bridge across the Golden Gate. In 1916, plans finally began to take root. James Wilkins, editor of the San Francisco Call Bulletin, began an editorial campaign for a bridge that caught the eye of San Francisco City Engineer Michael O’Shaughnessy.
Although many said it could not be built, engineer Joseph Strauss said it could be done. In 1937, the Golden Gate Bridge was opened as the longest suspension bridge in the world.
See Wildlife Under and Above the Golden Gate Bridge
The Golden Gate Bridge is a front-row seat to wildlife on the move. From migrating hawks soaring overhead to gray and humpback whales passing through the Golden Gate below, this area offers rare chances to spot wildlife against one of the world’s most iconic backdrops.
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Browse official Golden Gate national parks merchandise featuring iconic Golden Gate Bridge apparel, park-inspired hats, nature-themed gifts, and sustainable souvenirs that support conservation, community science, and the protection of nearby national parklands.
