Situated at the region’s geographic center, Hayward is where the Bay Area’s major light and heavy rail, freeway and transit networks come together to directly tie the city to other Bay Area cities and counties, the region’s top universities and research campuses, its main sports and entertainment venues, its commercial air and maritime ports and the cultural, industrial and vita-culture centers for which the region is famous.

It’s why Hayward’s advanced manufacturing and biotechnology sectors have been booming for years.

And it’s why savvy travelers to the Bay Area will be making Hayward their home away from home in 2026. They will be saving time and money by booking its local hotels and on getting to and from the airport and sites like Levi’s Stadium, host of the National Football League’s biggest game and of six World Cup soccer matches.

What’s more, they will be putting that extra time and money to use—in the morning, exploring unique Hayward recreational options, such as East Bay Regional Park District’s Hayward Regional Shoreline and the District’s numerous parks and ridgeline trails, and in the evenings when checking out the city’s diverse culinary scene.

STAY

Safe, budget-friendly, and accessible. Hayward is the perfect place to stay.

PLAY

Everything is within easy reach from the Heart of the Bay. See our playlist below to learn how to get around the Bay Area easily from Hayward.

EAT

Hayward's culinary scene is as diverse as its residents. See some of the most popular restaurants that hosted special menus during Hayward Restaurant Month below: