Five of the Most Famous Bridges in the World

The Golden Gate Bridge, opened in 1937, is an iconic suspension bridge spanning the Golden Gate Strait, the entrance to San Francisco Bay from the Pacific Ocean. It is renowned for its stunning Art Deco design and vibrant International Orange color, stretching 1.7 miles (2.7 km).

Tower Bridge, opened in 1894, is a combined bascule and suspension bridge in London that crosses the River Thames. Notable for its distinctive twin towers and Victorian Gothic style, the bridge is 800 feet (240 meters) long and can lift to allow ships to pass.

The Sydney Harbour Bridge, a steel through arch bridge spanning Sydney Harbour, was opened in 1932 and links the Sydney central business district with the North Shore. Known for its massive steel arch, the bridge is 1,650 feet (503 meters) long and is one of Australia's most famous landmarks.

The Charles Bridge, a historic stone bridge crossing the Vltava River in Prague, was completed in the early 15th century. Famous for its medieval Gothic design and statues of saints, the bridge is 1,692 feet (516 meters) long and is a major pedestrian thoroughfare and tourist attraction.