IMPRESSIVE!! An easy walk (about 2 1/2 miles roundtrip). However, be prepared for sudden shrouds of fog!! Truly an engineering marvel! Bus route stops right at the bridge.

Seeing the golden gate bridge is like seeing an amazing wonder. It seems to span forever and rise to the heavens. It's one of the longest suspension bridges in the world. You can walk across it but it can be cold as the wind comes in from the ocean, but the views are well worth it. There are guards all around since increased security became a very big priority. But it's still an enjoyable experience and you won't regret the views. Sometimes walking across is faster than driving. But there are parks on the non-San Francisco side, it can be a nice place to kick back and relax. Its an amazing experience, and if you find it on the right day, it can be a life long memory. Just be sure not to go on a day where there is lots of fog, although by mid day most of the fog has burnt off.

I just HAD to walk across the bridge. The locals told me that it swayed with the wind, but that you don't feel it. So true!! It was wonderful and not scary at all. A great photo opportunity but very windy, so hold onto your hat!!

The famous Golden Gate Bridge, distinguished by its unique 'International Orange' paint, truly is a phenomenal structure. After a long week of sedentary work in the office, a friend of mine and I decided to walk across this historic bridge for a little exercise and fresh air. We certainly got both, walking two miles each way, with heavy winds. Luckily, the sun was still shining to offset the blasts of air that twice blew my cap off (no, I wasn't angry). Anyway, plenty of tourists as well as locals who want to exercise may be found at this monument. The view of the cityscape and the ocean from the bridge (and from either end) is amazing, especially on a sunny day. Although I generally don't like fog (I believe I mentioned this earlier), it was especially picturesque to see it moving from the Pacific towards the downtown area of SF.

This a landmark for tourists, but also a really busy entrance to the city. At the beginning they built the bridge just because there was a gap in the bay, but now the northern side of the area has become very populated and you get incredible traffic jams during rush hours.You can walk the bridge, it is a nice tour, but be careful and bring your thick jacket as the wind can blow very strong and drop the temperature drastically.You can get to the base of the bridge by bus, take MUNI 28 or 29 lines and they drop you at the very entrance of the bridge.You get great views of the bay, at the other end of the bridge you get a view point with facilities, souvenir shop and those indispensable pay-binoculars.