What to Do During Your Visit to the Golden Gate Bridge

Visiting the world famous Golden Gate Bridge is a unique experience for everyone. Whether you hike, walk, bike, shop, take a personally guided tour, grab a photo of you high atop the Bridge with green screen photography, or just sit back and take it all in, there is something for everyone.

The Bridge Pavilion offers all new merchandise and historical information. Open daily, 9 am to 6 pm, the Bridge Pavilion is the first on-site center dedicated to telling the stories of the Golden Gate Bridge. The Pavilion welcomes visitors, provides orientation and information services, houses exhibits, and offers high-quality commemorative and interpretive merchandise. The Pavilion also showcases the original 12-foot stainless steel Bridge "test tower" used in 1933. Be sure to also check out the new ONLINE STORE.

Outdoor Exhibits

Learn about the history, science, and engineering of the Bridge's construction through interactive and stationery exhibits. Wander through the Plaza just outside the Pavilion and follow the pathway into an old bunker that houses some of the exhibits.


golden gate bridge tourPersonally Guided Tours Start at the Round House

Hear fascinating stories about the building of the Bridge on personally guided 45- and 60-minute tours. Day and evening tours offered, spring through fall. For detailed information and to purchase tickets, click here or call (877) 349-7625. Hours operation: 9:30 am to 5 pm, daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas days.

Bridge Photo Experience at the Round Housegolden gate bridge photo experience

The Round House also offers the Bridge Photo Experience. Become a virtual visitor to off-limits areas through green screen photography, which can make you appear to be climbing the main cables or standing atop the South Tower of the Bridge! Photo Experience hours of operation: 9:30 am to 5 pm daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas days.

Refresh and Enjoy at the Bridge Café

Savor a casual, healthy snack at the Bridge Café, featuring delicious local foods and beverages highlighting California’s renowned culinary bounty. The Bridge Café is open 9 am to 6 pm.

Hike and Explore

Both ends of the Bridge touch the Golden Gate National Parks. Enjoy picturesque trails and vista points in one of the world’s largest national parks in an urban area. Visit www.parksconservancy.org to begin your adventure.

Also, be sure to check out the new Golden Gate and Pacific Overlooks near the Bridge.