Downtown Hayward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Oakland’s premier dining, shopping and entertainment precinct is a waterside square named after one of America’s finest novelists.
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.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices 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 art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Activities
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
California: Oakland Airport Transfer to San Francisco
San Francisco: Airplane Private Bay Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Hayward Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
"The place is clean and a nice change from the hustle and bustle of Berkeley downtown. The surrounding area is nice and one can take a convenient bus to the university. However, the hotel wing where I slept was rather dated. If you expect a shiny new hotel, this place could use some updates. It is ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
"There was this background smell on our floor and in the room like oil used in lanterns! I had some discomfort in my eyes. Putting the AC on to 66 degrees seemed to help slightly reduce the discomfort. I will not be booking this place again."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
"When my 2 sisters and I arrived at the hotel, Hailey and Monica were at the service desk to check us in. My sisters and I were having trouble getting our boarding passes on our phones and Hailey and Monica were extremely helpful in calming our nerves and getting our boarding passes for us. They were ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
"It was pleasant however I would suggest to add few more equipments to the GYM and microwave in the room would be ideal"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
"Nice staff who greeted me when I walked in. Fast check in. Plenty of parking. Had breakfast and everything was fresh. Make your own waffles!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
"Staff are very unhelpful. No wifi on the property and issue was not resolved until the following morning"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
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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 Piedmont Sports Field or Davie Tennis Stadium.
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.
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 Piedmont Sports Field.