The Headquarters at Seaport District, which opened between downtown and the waterfront, has a past as colorful as its trendy new shops and restaurants. Built in 1939, it was the city’s first police station and features ornate Spanish revival–style architecture and a large open courtyard. Signs of its former life are evident still: You can stroll through eight preserved jail cells and see mug shots of former inmates near the restrooms.
San Diego, California
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The Headquarters at Seaport District, which opened between downtown and the waterfront, has a past as colorful as its trendy new shops and restaurants. Built in 1939, it was the city’s first police station and features ornate Spanish revival–style architecture and a large open courtyard. Signs of its former life are evident still: You can stroll through eight preserved jail cells and see mug shots of former inmates near the restrooms.
Last Reviewed
May 2015
Address
789 W. Harbor Dr.
San Diego, CA