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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
San Francisco: Airplane Private Night Bay Tour
San Francisco: Airplane Private Bay Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Hayward
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Nice pool. Great location on the water by a park. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Rooms were dated though.
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Great property excellent location. Love the breakfast service
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Very accommodating staff, we were able to get breakfast at an earlier time because we had to leave early.
Reviewed on 4 Apr, 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Staff were great. Buffet looked ok. Shower was pathetic with no pressure. Room was small. Bar closes at 10:00. Bar is expensive. Three bottles of beer and a glass of wine was $87. Room was $272. Our view of 3rd St. was nice. It's ok.
Reviewed on 5 Apr, 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Nice room, with all the necessary amenities. Parking lot is huge - very convenient.
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
The staff were very friendly, the rooms and facilities were very clean when I used them. The hotel needs a bit of an update overall but it was good for the price. The free hotel shuttle bus to and from the airport was very convenient and from the airport you can use the BART Train to access local ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Hayward
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park and Garden Center 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 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 Grand Lake Theater and Children's Fairyland.
