How to Visit the Golden Gate Bridge

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Walk across the bridge for views of the Bay and the bridge's architecture.. Rent a bike to cross the bridge faster than walking.. Go on a bus tour that crosses the bridge for an easier trip.

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Walk across the bridge for views of the Bay and the bridge's architecture.

Step 1

Walk across the bridge for views of the Bay and the bridge's architecture.

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Rent a bike to cross the bridge faster than walking.

Step 2

Rent a bike to cross the bridge faster than walking.

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Go on a bus tour that crosses the bridge for an easier trip.

Step 3

Go on a bus tour that crosses the bridge for an easier trip.

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Drive across the bridge if you have a car in the area.

Step 4

Drive across the bridge if you have a car in the area.

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Go to the overlook at the Marin Headlands for great photo opportunities.

Step 5

Go to the overlook at the Marin Headlands for great photo opportunities.

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Visit Pier 39 on a clear day to get a distant view of the bridge.

Step 6

Visit Pier 39 on a clear day to get a distant view of the bridge.

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Check out the Strauss Plaza Welcome Center to visit the outdoor exhibits.

Step 7

Check out the Strauss Plaza Welcome Center to visit the outdoor exhibits.

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Take a free guided walking tour for a historical background.

Step 8

Take a free guided walking tour for a historical background.

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Take a ride on one of the various ferries for a view from the water.

Step 9

Take a ride on one of the various ferries for a view from the water.

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Walk along historical Crissy Field to get a view of the bridge from afar.

Step 10

Walk along historical Crissy Field to get a view of the bridge from afar.

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Visit the Walt Disney Family museum for a fun side-trip.

Step 11

Visit the Walt Disney Family museum for a fun side-trip.

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Take public transportation to get back across the bridge if desired.

Step 12

Take public transportation to get back across the bridge if desired.

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Bring your camera or phone to take pictures.

Step 13

Bring your camera or phone to take pictures.

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Wear comfortable and seasonable clothes and shoes.

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Wear comfortable and seasonable clothes and shoes.

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Pack water and snacks for the trip.

Step 15

Pack water and snacks for the trip.

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Leave your pets at home if you plan on walking across the bridge.

Step 16

Leave your pets at home if you plan on walking across the bridge.

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