Golden Gate Bridge Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Golden Gate Bridge. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ Optional Gourmet Lunch

• San Francisco Love Tour

• Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour

• San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)

• Small-Group Wine Country Tour From San Francisco With Tastings

There is no fee for crossing the Golden Gate Bridge on foot or by bike (vehicles pay a toll to drive across the bridge, which varies by vehicle type and payment method). There are also plenty of affordable tours that can help you learn more about the bridge: bike tours start at US$75, cruises at US$40, and driving tours at US$85.

Yes, the Golden Gate Bridge is worth visiting. A symbol of San Francisco, and one of its most popular attractions, the bridge is known for its impressive views—whether you're crossing it over the San Francisco Bay, or admiring it from a boat cruise or city sightseeing tour. Walking or cycling across the bridge to Sausalito is a rite of passage for many, and guided tours offer additional context to your sightseeing.

Per one customer who booked the San Francisco Golden Gate To Sausalito Bike Tour, "We were in San Francisco for four days, and this was our favorite day! Our tour guide was fantastic! The views were amazing! And the ride over the Golden Gate Bridge was something I'll never forget!"

The Golden Gate Bridge is often shrouded in fog, especially in summer—to increase your chances of clear views, visit in the afternoon after the fog has likely burned off. Consider visiting on weekdays, late mornings, and early afternoons to avoid crowds. On clear days, sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable.

Many types of tours visit the Golden Gate Bridge. Walking and bike tours cross the bridge. Segway tours approach but can't cross. Bay cruises travel underneath. Hop-on hop-off bus tours pick up walkers from Vista Point. While wine country tours cross the bridge on the way to Sonoma and Napa.

Parking in the south side lot of the Golden Gate Bridge nearest the main visitor areas requires paying a parking fee via metered machines or a mobile phone app. In the north side lot, parking is free with a 4-hour limit. Parking anywhere near the bridge is extremely limited.

Yes, there are public restrooms at Golden Gate Bridge. On the San Francisco side, there are restrooms near the Golden Gate Bridge Welcome Center on the southeast side of the bridge. On the Marin County side, the restrooms are near the Lone Sailor statue at Vista Point.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the Golden Gate Bridge. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in San Francisco:

• Alcatraz

• Golden Gate Park

• San Francisco Bay

• Bay Bridge

• Muir Woods

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in San Francisco.