Almeida Garrett - Free Audio Guide
Porto, Portugal
Almeida Garrett, Praça General Humberto Delgado, Aliados, Centro Histórico, Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, Porto, 4000-274, Portugal
The Almeida Garrett monument, located in front of the City Hall of Porto on General Humberto Delgado Square, commemorates the influential 19th-century poet and playwright born in Porto. Inaugurated on November 11, 1954, to mark the centenary of Garrett's death, the monument was created in bronze by sculptor Salvador Barata Feyo. Visitors can enjoy the artistic work and its historical context while exploring the vibrant surroundings of Avenida dos Aliados. The site is accessible year-round, with no admission fees, making it an inviting stop for tourists interested in Porto's rich literary heritage.