Memorial Day weekend is one of the best times of the year to get outside in San Francisco. The city starts to feel like summer, visitors arrive for the long weekend, and the waterfront comes alive with people looking for fresh air, beautiful views, and a memorable way to explore the Bay Area.
At Blazing Saddles, our favorite way to spend Memorial Day weekend is simple: bike the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito.
It is one of San Francisco’s most iconic experiences, and it is perfect for couples, families, groups, and anyone visiting the city for the holiday weekend.
Why bike the Golden Gate Bridge on Memorial Day weekend?
Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives while serving in the U.S. military. It is also a long weekend when many people take time to be with family, travel, and enjoy the outdoors.
A bike ride across the Golden Gate Bridge is a great way to slow down and appreciate San Francisco’s natural beauty. You will ride along the waterfront, pass some of the city’s most scenic neighborhoods, cross one of the most famous bridges in the world, and finish in sunny Sausalito.
It is active, fun, and much more memorable than sitting in traffic.
The classic ride: Fisherman’s Wharf to Sausalito
Our most popular route starts near Fisherman’s Wharf and follows a scenic path through some of the best parts of San Francisco.
You will ride past Aquatic Park, Fort Mason, the Marina, Crissy Field, and the Presidio before reaching the Golden Gate Bridge. From there, you cross the bridge on the bike path and continue downhill into Sausalito.
Once you arrive in Sausalito, you can relax by the waterfront, grab lunch, explore the shops, take photos, and enjoy the warmer Marin County weather.
Many riders choose to return by ferry, which makes the experience even better. You get the bike ride, the bridge, Sausalito, and a beautiful boat ride back across the bay.
Regular bikes, electric bikes, and family options
Memorial Day weekend can be busy, and the ride to the bridge includes a few hills. That is why electric bikes are a great option, especially if you want the ride to feel easier and more relaxed.
At Blazing Saddles, we offer options for almost every rider, including:
Deluxe comfort bikes, electric bikes, kids’ bikes, tandems, baby seats, trailers, tag-a-longs, and family-friendly electric bike setups.
If you are riding with kids, our team can help you choose the best setup based on the child’s age, size, and comfort level. If you are not sure whether to choose a regular bike or an e-bike, we can help with that too.
Tips for Memorial Day weekend riders
Because Memorial Day weekend is one of the busiest weekends of the season, we recommend booking ahead online. This helps you save time when you arrive and makes it easier for our team to get you fitted and on the road.
A few helpful tips:
Arrive early, especially if you want to make the most of the day. Bring layers because San Francisco weather can change quickly. Start with plenty of time if you plan to stop for photos, lunch, or the ferry. Follow all bridge rules, yield to pedestrians, and ride slowly near the bridge towers.
Golden Gate Bridge cyclists are allowed on the bridge sidewalks, but riders should use caution, yield to pedestrians, and follow posted speed limits.
Don’t forget the ferry
One of the best parts of the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito ride is returning by ferry. It gives you amazing views of Alcatraz, Angel Island, the San Francisco skyline, and the Golden Gate Bridge from the water.
Holiday weekends can affect ferry schedules, so we always recommend checking the current ferry options before your ride. Golden Gate Ferry lists Memorial Day 2026 service as weekend service.
Our team can also help explain the best return options when you check in.
Make Memorial Day weekend unforgettable
Whether you are visiting San Francisco for the first time or planning a local weekend adventure, biking the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the best ways to experience the Bay Area.
You get the waterfront, the bridge, Sausalito, fresh air, great photos, and a fun story to bring home.
This Memorial Day weekend, skip the traffic and see San Francisco the Blazing Saddles way.
Book your bike rental online and get ready to bike the bridge.
