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
Enjoy shopping, dining, scenic waterfront walks and a slice of American literary history at this portside square where Jack London spent his childhood.
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
Catch an exciting train through the Australian outback, watch giraffes eat their dinner and see majestic African elephants at this family-friendly zoo.
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.
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 was clean, classical decoration and free breakfast. There was also a free shuttle to the airport that was right on time and helpful to get to our flight. The walking path behind the hotel is gorgeous on a nice day or night though could use some refurbished and tlc on the pathway in some ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Great and friendly staff
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
This is our go to place when we have a layover in SFO. Nice rooms, great breakfast, perfect for our family. The airport shuttle is also super helpful. Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
The room smelled so bad. It smelled like someone’s body odor. It was the worst smelling hotel room I think I’ve ever stayed in. And I wasn’t sure whether there was mold there because it might have been the smell of damp carpet. I arrived at 12:50am or I would have asked to switch rooms.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Room, staff, breakfast, location, etc. was great! Exceeded my expectations in every way.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
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.
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 Chapel of the Chimes and Grand Lake Theater.
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 Chapel of the Chimes.
