Steve McCurry arrives in Barcelona with his major exhibition at Palau Martorell

Palau Martorell hosts Steve McCurry’s exhibition 'ICONS'. More than 150 images cover four decades of his career. The exhibition will be available until September. Tickets are already on sale. An essential event for photography lovers.

Barcelona adds a new essential plan for those seeking visual inspiration and culture in the city. Palau Martorell opens its doors to “ICONS”, the most ambitious exhibition dedicated to Steve McCurry seen in the Catalan capital. More than 150 original photographs, selected together with the artist himself and curated by Biba Giacchetti, invite visitors to explore landscapes, portraits and everyday scenes captured over more than forty years of work.

The exhibition, available from 15 May to 6 September, brings together images that have marked the history of contemporary photography. Among them is the portrait of Sharbat Gula, the young Afghan woman photographed in a refugee camp in Pakistan, whose gaze has travelled around the world and become a universal icon.

Those wishing to immerse themselves in Steve McCurry’s visual universe can already buy tickets through the Palau Martorell website. The exhibition promises to be one of Barcelona’s major cultural events of the summer, both for enthusiasts and for those seeking to discover new perspectives on global reality.

Palau Martorell, located in the heart of Barcelona, has consolidated its position in recent years as one of the city’s most dynamic exhibition spaces. Its programme focuses on major international names and innovative proposals, bringing art and photography closer to diverse audiences. The arrival of “ICONS” reinforces its role as a meeting point for those who want to experience culture intensely and at close quarters.

🆕 Palau Martorell hosts Steve McCurry’s “ICONS”. More than 150 photographs cover four decades of the photographer’s career, from 15 May to 6 September; tickets are already available on the Palau Martorell website.