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
Learn about the local history of Oakland with a stop at Jack London Square. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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
Why not meet the animals who live at Oakland Zoo during your travels in Oakland? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Hotel is dated, pillows were not soft enough. Shower not fully functional.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The hotel restaurant was wonderful. Sitting right in the corner with views of the marina and sight of the Golden Gate bridge was idyllic. The food was delicious and the wait staff were so professional. The park next to the hotel was perfect for walking around and seeing the beautiful views. The hotel ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Clean romm
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Shuttle is every 45 min so not easy to know when at the airport
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Clean room. Friendly staff. Nice breakfast included.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Great hotel for the price. Restaurant in house and parking is $10. No complaints!
Reviewed on 26 Apr 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, Crab Cove Visitor Center and Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach 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 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 Children's Fairyland and Paramount Theatre.
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 Chabad of the East Bay.
