Southwest® flights from Palm Springs to Oakland from $114

When you arrive in Oaktown, explore the lengthy history of the area, which stretches from pre-colonization to today. The Spanish colonized the Bay in the 1700s and you can see the influence in architecture and naming conventions used throughout the city. In the 1920s, Oakland’s population expanded greatly thanks to an influx of factory and manufacturing jobs, which led to an increase in era-appropriate office buildings, apartment buildings, and single-family homes that are still standing today.

Oakland International Airport is conveniently located near the freeway and easily accessible by train. Getting around Oakland in general is easy thanks to public transit via BART trains and AC Transit buses. You can also use ride share services, bikes, or electric scooters. Once you find the travel option that works for you, discover all the options for great dining and exploring that the city offers.