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.
Oakland Zoo
Weird and wonderful animals, from frogs and otters to giraffes and sun bears, await at this animal park that even has its own roller coaster.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops 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
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
The hotel shuttle service was very helpful getting to and from the airport. However, the room although fairly clean leaves a lot to be desired. The spreads on both beds were covered with snags and should be discarded. The mini fridge was not leveled and fell out of its place every time it was opened. ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The hotel is nice and great location but
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Overall good
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
The only thing that I didn’t like is the hot water was just lukewarm when I took the shower even after letting the water run for a while.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Expedia you really messed up on this one all the pictures are on there is false advertisement supposedly the remodeling let me tell you they were disgusted the carpets were all stained the bathroom was peeling the walls on the walls had patches I wish I could upload pictures to show you or videos ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Was great
Reviewed on 16 May 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 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 Mountain View Cemetery and Children's Fairyland.
