Top 10 Most Famous Bridges in the World

This iconic suspension bridge spans the Golden Gate strait in San Francisco, California, USA, connecting the city to Marin County. The bridge is recognized as an engineering marvel and a symbol of the City by the Bay. Opened to traffic in 1937, it has carried over 110 million vehicles to date. Originally painted with four coats of orange paint to conceal oil stains on the road surface.

Located in London, England, this hybrid bridge combines a bascule section for ships and a suspension section for pedestrians. Completed in 1894, the iconic towers stand at over 65 meters (213 feet) tall. The bridge features two rotating wings that allow it to open wide enough to pass large vessels underneath. Notably, the bridge was originally intended as part of a larger complex, but its design and construction were delayed several times.

Connecting Lower Manhattan to Brooklyn in New York City, USA, this hybrid cable-stayed/suspension bridge is an engineering masterpiece. Completed in 1883, it was one of the longest bridges in the world at the time of its completion. The bridge stands over 61 meters (200 feet) tall and spans the East River, offering stunning views of the Manhattan skyline.

Situated near the city of Nîmes in southern France, this ancient Roman aqueduct bridge is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built around 16 BC during the reign of Emperor Augustus, it was part of a larger system supplying water to the Roman cities in the region. Measuring over 48 meters (157 feet) long and standing at approximately 9-17 meters (30-56 feet) tall.

Connecting Fort Lee, New Jersey, to Manhattan, New York City, USA, this suspension bridge is one of the oldest steel suspension bridges in the United States. Completed in 1931, it carries an average of over 125,000 vehicles daily across the Hudson River. The bridge was named after the first U.S. President and has undergone several major renovation projects since its construction.

Overlooking the Vltava River in Prague, Czech Republic, this medieval stone Gothic bridge is a testament to the city's rich history. Originally constructed as a wooden structure during the Romanesque era around 1067 AD, it was rebuilt in stone by Charles IV in 1357. Today, the iconic arches are adorned with statues of saints and kings.

Spanning the Akashi Strait in Japan, this suspension bridge is the longest central span in the world and carries the Pacific Ocean highway. Completed in 1998 and measuring over 1,991 meters (6,530 feet) long, it connects Hyogo Prefecture to Awaji Island. Its central span spans approximately 1,991 meters.

Located on the border of Zambia/Zimbabwe, this steel arch bridge is situated at the edge of the mighty Victoria Falls. Completed in 1905 by British engineers, the bridge serves as an essential crossing point for travelers and locals alike. Standing over 126 meters (413 feet) tall above the falls' riverbed.

Situated within the scenic Wulingyuan National Park in China's Hunan Province, this glass-bottomed bridge was inspired by the towering sandstone pillars of the surrounding landscape. Completed in 2014, the bridge spans approximately 1,400 feet long and is up to 36 meters (118 feet) above the ground.

Connecting the city center to the Sydney suburbs in New South Wales, Australia, this steel arch bridge is an iconic symbol of the country's engineering prowess. Completed in 1932 and standing at approximately 134 meters (440 feet) tall, it has been repainted several times due to erosion and weathering issues over the years.