Visit the Golden Gate Bridge - A Gold Getaway of San Francisco

Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco is the famous suspension bridge spanning the Golden Gate across the San Francisco Bay in the Pacific Ocean connecting the northern tip of the peninsula of San Francisco with Marin County. This bridge is worldwide famous for two things: the longest cable suspension bridge completed in the year 1937 (now being the second longest in the world) and the hottest spot for suicide in the world.

San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge

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The bridge is known for the aesthetic appeal for the official orange vermillion color that complements the natural surrounding and stands out in the fog, is a color chosen by the consulting architect, Irving Morrow that was given paintwork that will prevent corrosion followed by acrylic coats these days.

Golden Gate has a number of attractions and places to go nearby like trails, historic structures, natural areas and public programs, which is the hardest program to do. Some of the attractions are Bay area Discovery Museum, the Exploratorium, The Marine Mammal Center, The Walt Disney Family Museum and Miwok Livery Stables.

Attractions in Golden Gate

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When you plan your visit to this place, some of the best places to stay cost effectively are Cavallo Point, San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel and Marin Headlands Hostel. The passage through this bridge is not free and will incur a tollgate fee, which is major source of revenue that is used for the maintenance of this bridge.

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