Temperate weather, a great course, and the beauty of one of America's favorite cities – what could be better? This distinguished marathon lets you test your mettle in great company and throws in the opportunity to race across the Golden Gate Bridge itself. Shorter events also available. San Francisco, the city, is the expansive setting for the marathon. Its along-the-course, signature sights include Haight-Ashbury, the Mission District, Golden Gate Park, and Fort Mason.