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-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
San Francisco: Airplane Private Night Bay Tour
San Francisco: Airplane Private Bay Tour
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Downtown Hayward
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Easy check in, clean rooms, helpful staff, great location with bay views, park access, and good on-site restaurant service. I enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Super Clean hotel. Staffs are all friendly and courteous.
Reviewed on 1 Feb, 2026
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Nice rooms, good firm bed. Noisy neighbors who were coming and going through the night, but what can you do.
Reviewed on 3 Feb, 2026
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
Great hotel when staying in San Francisco near the ball park.
Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
Clean room, safe, excellent service
Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2026
Claremont Resort & Club
Great mom getaway with fantastic amenities.
Reviewed on 3 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Hayward
Fruitvale
While you're in Fruitvale, take in top sights like Côte West and jump on the metro at Fruitvale Station to see more of the city.
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu 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.
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater 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 Children's Fairyland and Paramount Theatre.
Upper Rockridge
While there might not be top attractions in Upper Rockridge, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
