Downtown Hayward
Oakland
Visit Downtown Hayward
Popular places to visit
Hayward City Hall
After visiting Hayward City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hayward. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Jack London Square
Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.
University of California, Berkeley
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of California, Berkeley during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Oakland Zoo
Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
California: Oakland Airport Transfer to San Francisco
San Francisco: Airplane Private Bay Tour
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Top hotels in Downtown Hayward
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Great affordable option when visiting our son in Berkeley
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Enjoyed my time there. Close to the airport. Lots of food around the area. Easy to get gas to take rental car back to rental spot.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
It was further from the venue than expected.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Clean room, fast and friendly service. There's a restaurant with a decent menu, and a nice bonus is a free shuttle to the airport. Long-term parking is available, which is very convenient.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
They room smelled like mildew. The sheets had holes and there were hair in the shower. Outside of our room had pet poop.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Room was very fitting for me and my family with a nice view of the marina and the continental breakfast was actually pretty decent. The staff was very helpful and my only reason for not giving this place 5 stars was due to the lack of WiFi/phone reception on the premises and the hot tub being down. ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Hayward
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu are top sights worth seeing.
West Alameda
If you're spending some time in West Alameda, Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Pacific Pinball Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.
Grand Lake
If you're spending some time in Grand Lake, Grand Lake Theater and Morcom Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grand Lake Theater and Children's Fairyland.
