Golden Gate Bridge: Free Entry & Visiting Tips
1 - 2 h
Suspension Bridge
Completed 1937
Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, CA, USA
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Practical Visitor Info & Tips
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East sidewalk: 5:00-21:00 (until 18:30 Nov-Mar). Cyclists: 24 hours via the west sidewalk.
None. East sidewalk open 5:00-21:00 (until 18:30 Nov-Mar); cyclists have 24-hour toll-free access.
San Francisco's iconic 1937 suspension bridge, with a free 1.7-mile pedestrian/cyclist sidewalk crossing between the city and Marin County.
| Option | Price | Booking | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pedestrian / cyclist | Free | None — open access at posted hours |
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See pass compatibility below ↓Overview & History
The Golden Gate Bridge is San Francisco's defining landmark, a 1.7-mile Art Deco suspension bridge spanning the strait between the city and Marin County. Walking or cycling across is completely free — the toll applies only to southbound motor vehicles.
What to See: Top Highlights
The Pedestrian Sidewalk
A free 1.7-mile crossing on the east sidewalk, with sweeping views of the bay, Alcatraz, and the city skyline.
Fort Point
A Civil War-era fort directly beneath the bridge's southern end, with dramatic views straight up at the span.
Cyclist Access
Cyclists get 24-hour toll-free access via the west sidewalk, a popular route to Sausalito.
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Do You Need a Pass Here?
Compare San Francisco PassesNo — crossing the bridge on foot or by bike is free, with or without any pass. Neither San Francisco CityPASS nor Go City San Francisco is needed.
No pass required for entry
Free, toll-free access for pedestrians and cyclists at all posted hours.
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