Downtown Hayward Travel Guide
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Hayward
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
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Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Great view of the bay. Rooms are nice.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
There is no shuttle during the day . The hotel is 3 miles from airport and you will be charged $30 minimum by uber. Don’t get there early, 30 minutes before check in and if I did not wait it was a $34 surcharge. Never again…
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Rooms ok problem with shower handles parking a lot of space return of deposit take to long. To get it back,
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
The breakfast was fresh and the staff brought out new, fresh items frequently.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Staff were friendly rooms were clean and we slept well for our one night stay.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 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 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 Chapel of the Chimes and Grand Lake Theater.
