Sausalito
A Mediterranean-style bay town just north of the Golden Gate Bridge, known for its houseboat community, waterfront promenade and art galleries. The classic outing is biking across the bridge and taking the ferry back.
Sausalito sits at the southern tip of Marin County, with brightly painted villas climbing the hillside. Along the waterfront on Bridgeway, you'll find art galleries, seafood restaurants and ice cream shops, with views across the bay to the San Francisco skyline and Alcatraz. On the north side, Richardson Bay is home to more than 400 houseboats of all shapes and sizes, an artistic community dating back to the hippie era.
The classic plan is to rent a bike at Fisherman's Wharf and ride across the Golden Gate Bridge to town, which takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. Then take the ferry back to the Ferry Building or Fisherman's Wharf with your bike. You can also take Bus 130 or drive, about 20 minutes. Ferries and restaurants get crowded on weekends, so an early start is recommended.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Battery Spencer (Marin Headlands)
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Angel Island
- Presidio & Crissy Field
- Baker Beach
- Palace of Fine Arts
- Alcatraz Island
- Lands End & Sutro Baths