C. E. Smith Museum of Anthropology
Famous for: Anthropology artifacts, Local history exhibits, Educational programs
A museum showcasing anthropology exhibits and artifacts.
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Top Attractions in Hayward
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15 Listed places
4.5
average across 15 rated listings
Cannery Park
Famous for: Climbing structures, Splash playground, Outdoor recreation
A compact neighborhood facility featuring complex climbing structures and a splash playground area.
Don Castro Regional Recreation Area
Famous for: Lagoon swimming, Fishing, Waterfront trails
A 101-acre park with a lagoon for swimming and fishing, along with wildlife viewing and waterfront trails.
Garin Regional Park
Famous for: Ranching history, Scenic Hills and Fields, Seasonal Visitor Center
A natural area with hills, fields & streams houses a seasonal visitor center on ranching history.
Hayward Area Historical Society
Famous for: Local history, Art artifacts, Hayward's past
A museum & research library offering historical information, art, and artifacts related to a specific area.
Hayward Regional Shoreline
Famous for: Shoreline Trails, Wetlands, Birdwatching Opportunities
A spacious wetlands park boasting gravelled shoreline trails known for birdwatching and jogging.
Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center
Famous for: Estuary exhibits, Environmental programs, Educational activities
An ecology center offering exhibits, programs & activities relating to an estuary's ecosystem.
Japanese Gardens
Famous for: Japanese landscaping, Koi pond, Teahouse
A botanical garden featuring traditional Japanese arrangements, a teahouse, and a koi pond.
Kennedy Park
Famous for: Playground, Petting Zoo, Scenic Trails
A popular park with a playground, petting zoo, train, greenery, trails & picnic areas.
Lakeridge Park
Famous for: Walking trails, Scenic views, Green spaces
A park offering recreational opportunities for visitors.
Meek Park
Famous for: Historic mansion, Play structures, Open lawn
Landscaped grounds with play structures, picnic areas, and open lawns surrounding a historic mansion.
Mount Eden Park
Famous for: Picnics, Recreation, Sports
A community park offering recreational activities like baseball, basketball, tennis, and a playground.
Sorensdale Park
Famous for: Open green spaces, Walking trails, Playground
A popular park offering tourist attractions.
Sulphur Creek Nature Center
Famous for: Wildlife Rehabilitation, Educational Programs, Discovery Center for Kids
A wildlife rehabilitation facility offering educational programs and a discovery center for kids.
Tennyson Park
Famous for: Playground, Skate Park, Baseball Games
A public green space offering amenities like a playground, skate park, lawn, and baseball field.
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