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Japanese Tea GardenvsGolden Gate Bridge
Both Golden Gate Bridge and Japanese Tea Garden are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Golden Gate Bridge ranks significantly higher than Japanese Tea Garden. Golden Gate Bridge scores 95 with praise from 8 reviews including Not For Tourists, Condé Nast Traveler and Frommer's.
Japanese Tea Garden
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Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Fodor's "As you amble through the manicured landscape, past Japanese sculptures and perfect miniature pagodas, and over ponds of carp, you may feel transported to a more peaceful plane." Full review
Lonely Planet "Since 1894, this picturesque 5-acre garden and bonsai grove has blushed with cherry blossoms in spring, turned flaming red with maple leaves in fall, and lost all track of time in the meditative Zen Garden." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The oldest public Japanese garden in the United States... located in Golden Gate Park, is a wonderful spot to relax while exploring the park." Full review
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Locals get a discount on entry ($5 instead of $7), so be sure to bring your ID.
Afar Magazine "Visit the Japanese Tea Garden in San Francisco for a calming escape from the hustle and bustle of the city." Full review
Not For Tourists "Peaceful place to ponder."
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This tranquil, five-acre garden has been a premier attraction since it was built for the Midwinter Fair of 1894." Full review
Where "Take a slow stroll among bonsai trees and koi fish in the oldest public Japanese garden in the United States." Full review
Atlas Obscura "Relics of the 1894 Midwinter Exposition continue to delight visitors today. " Full review
Afar Magazine "While Japanese gardens have come to be an expected feature of many botanical parks around the world, the Japanese Tea Garden, which opened in 1894, was the first public tea garden in the United States." Full review
Afar Magazine "After taking in the beauty of the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park, save time for tea and a snack at the tea house, located inside the Tea Garden, next to the Gift Shop." Full review
Golden Gate Bridge Fodor's
Concierge Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure Condé Nast Traveler Not For Tourists Michelin Guide
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U.S. News & World Report Show All Reviews
Lincoln Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94129
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Fodor's "With its simple but powerful art-deco design, the 1.7-mile suspension span that connects San Francisco and Marin County was built to withstand winds of more than 100 mph." Full review
Concierge "Opened in 1937, Golden Gate Bridge is named after the Golden Gate Strait, the entrance to the San Francisco Bay."
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Instead of driving or cycling (or jumping), walk across the bridge to savor the majestic views—but be sure to dress appropriately.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"San Franciscans have passionate perspectives on every subject, but especially their signature landmark." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Do yourself a favor and see the Golden Gate Bridge the way it was meant to be seen: from below." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Perhaps the world's most beautiful bridge." Full review
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Walk across the bridge to savor the majestic views—but be sure to dress appropriately. It can get chilly up there.
Not For Tourists "The one and only. Sublime beyond all accounting."
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"This elegant Art Deco suspension bridge remains one of San Francisco's most beloved symbols." Full review
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Cross to the Vista Point on the Marin County side for lovely views of the bridge from the north.
National Geographic "Iconic red suspension bridge spanning "Golden Gate" of San Francisco Bay; outstanding views from Fort Point overlook on south side and Vista Point on north; fee if going south." Full review
Where "One of the most iconic landmarks in the world, let alone San Francisco, the magnificent international orange Golden Gate Bridge defines the city." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"The Golden Gate Bridge's vaulting, orange arches amidst the rocky seascape of the San Francisco Bay have made it one of the West Coast's most enduring symbols." Full review
