Things to do in Hayward
Alcatraz Island National Historic Landmark
Out in the middle of the San Francisco Bay, the island of Alcatraz is a world unto itself. Isolation, one of the constants of island life for any inhabitant - soldier, guard, prisoner, bird or plant - is a recurrent theme in the unfolding history of Alcatraz. Alcatraz Island is one of Golden Gate National Recreation Area's most popular destinations, offering a close-up look at a historic and infamous federal prison long off-limits to the public. Best Western Hayward lodging is nearby.
Angel Island State Park
Access to the Island is by private boat or public ferry from San Francisco, Tiburon or Vallejo. There is limited weekday ferry service to Angel Island during the winter. Call 415-435-1915 for more information.
Eugene O'Neill National Historic Park
America's only Nobel Prize winning playwright, Eugene Gladstone O'Neill, chose to live in California at the climax of his writing career. He and his wife, Carlotta, built and lived at Tao House in the hills above Danville from 1937 to 1944. Isolated from the world and within the walls of his home, O'Neill wrote his final and most memorable plays; "The Iceman Cometh," "Long Day's Journey Into Night," and "A Moon For the Misbegotten." Call 925-838-0249 for more information.
Garin Regional Park
Independent nature study is encouraged here, so bring binoculars, a magnifying glass, field guides, camera, and be amazed with what you will discover. Call 510-562-PARK for more information.
1320 Garin Avenue, Hayward, CA 94544
Hayward Area Historical Society & Museum
The Hayward Area Historical Society joins with people of all ages in the celebration of the diverse heritage of our community. Through educational programs, interpretive exhibitions, and the preservation of historic sites and artifacts, the Historical Society promotes an understanding about our shared history and the challenges of our future. Call 510-581-0223 for more information.
22701 Main St., Hayward, CA 94541