Bixby Bridge Tours and Tickets
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Bixby Bridge
Weather events have closed the bridge to vehicular traffic in the past. Check the California Department of Transportation for updates before setting out.
Bixby Bridge is a must-see for photographers, and it’s worth pulling over to get a shot. Just do so carefully.
Cyclists use the bridge. As tempting as it can be to want to take in the view, please keep your eyes on the road—for your safety and theirs.
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There are plenty of ways to experience Bixby Bridge. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:
There's no fee to visit (or drive over) Bixby Bridge, as it's a section of the Pacific Coast Highway and doesn't have tolls. Most Big Sur tours from the Bay Area cross the bridge, and these range in cost from US$15 per group for self-guided tours to US$900 for private tours that include transportation.
The best time of day to visit Bixby Bridge depends largely on your tolerance for crowds. If you are driving yourself during peak times—such as sunset—you may not find nearby parking places. However, this is a great time to visit for views, especially on clear days.
Yes, parking is available near Bixby Bridge at designated turnouts, but you are not allowed to park on the side of the road. Parking availability is limited. If you join a tour, your driver may drop you off quickly and then circle back to pick you up again.
Castle Rock Viewpoint is one of the best spots to photograph Bixby Bridge; if you've seen a photo of the bridge from the south, chances are good that it was shot here. For an alternative perspective, consider one of the many turnouts on the north side.
Yes, you can technically walk on Bixby Bridge, as it's part of a highway, not a freeway. However, doing so is not safe: the bridge lacks a pedestrian walkway, and there’s often heavy motor traffic. Instead, consider checking it out from one of many nearby viewpoints.