Absolutely a must visit for everyone. Bucket list ...

Absolutely a must visit for everyone. Bucket list or whatever. The views are magnificent. And the experience is very core to San Francisco's image.
Go to the parks at each end of the bridge at least if you don't have much time. The views from.these two spots tickle your eyes plenty. Prepare for picture taking. There is a reason the Golden Gate is one of the most photographed bridges in the world.
If you have a little more time. Check the Presidio on the south end of the bridge. It's an old military base from waaaaay back. Pre world wars. The north side of the bridge is also epic with epic views. More retired military base. Climb around an old gun battery. Hike the edge of the continent and look out over the endless blue of the Pacific. Totally breathtaking. I can sit up at Battery Mendel for days lost in the view.
don't forget a jacket!! It gets cold even on a sunny day. Cold and windy!
Be respectful and clean up after yourself!
Have fun and enjoy