The Golden Gate Bridge is a big, orange bridge in California that connects San Francisco to Marin County. It is one mile wide and carries cars, bikes, and people on foot. The bridge is very famous and is one of the most well-known symbols of San Francisco.

The idea to build the bridge started in the late 1800s. Joseph Strauss was the main engineer, with help from Leon Moisseiff, Irving Morrow, and Charles Ellis. They worked hard, and the bridge opened in 1937. It was the longest and tallest suspension bridge in the world when it opened.

Before the bridge, people used boats to cross the water. The Golden Gate Bridge made it easier and faster to travel. Today, many people love the bridge for its beauty and take lots of pictures. It is still a popular landmark and a big part of San Francisco.