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Shedd Aquarium
Aquarium
Museum Campus, Chicago
The experts at Wired and Chicagoist recommend this place
"The penguin encounter one was a great value and a wonderful time!"(18 Tips)
"Excellent aquarium, choose the CityPass, great deal!!!"(22 Tips)
"Jazzin' at the Shedd is the best time to visit the aquarium!"(7 Tips)
"Spend some time with the cute Beluga whales, they're cute and funny."(13 Tips)
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jennahDecember 25, 2011The jellyfish exhibit is breathtaking. The zen-like nature of these unique creatures is mind-blowing.
Chris OMarch 25, 2015The aquatic show is very much education, with very little show. Unless you're looking to make this an education trip this addition can be avoided.
BingMarch 9, 2012Wild fish and exotic reptiles live here, but these are the ones making a splash: http://binged.it/yo8Sjh
Andre Saikai GomesDecember 18, 2014Great shows.. The dolphins are so cute.. You need to see all the shows.. Best ever
Brittney BSeptember 12, 2012My son loved this aquarium. It was his first time here. And I can say we will be back.
Eric TsaiOctober 1, 2016We had the city pass but we still had to wait over 30 minutes on the will call line on a Friday. The line wasn't that long, the ticket desk was just that slow
CMPApril 5, 2013Did the dolphin show and thé jellies... Loved em' both. Amazing place...will return.
Chris MartinAugust 8, 2013Go early or pay for the Citypass. Got there at 11 on a Thursday and waited for 1 hour to get in.
Dan. MastrettaFebruary 1, 2012The Otters are the cutest and also the most active, say hi to them from me.
Jose PososAugust 17, 2014If you are buying anything the gift stores in the aquarium use the word "penguin" to get a discount.
WiredAugust 23, 2012It contains 2,100 species of fish, marine mammals, birds, snakes, amphibians, and insects.
TracyJuly 11, 2013Three bands throughout the bldg, access to the special exhibits and better food this year!
Irina KruchininaJuly 26, 20131 hour of waiting in a line, even on business day. But it's worth it :)
Cooper SmithJune 29, 2013Buy your ticket the day before online (boooo ticketmaster fees) to avoid waiting in this hour+ long line
If the line is past the steps and by the hot dog stand, it will take over 2 hours. Be warned.
Shannon H.April 5, 2012The dolphin show was A LOT better before they turned it into Fantasea. It was so much nicer to watch the dolphins with the lake in background.
Valarie SmithAugust 26, 2012This is the best place to watch the Saturday night fireworks in the summer. Not too crowded!
Araceli ArroyoFebruary 4, 2012My favorite place, visit teh big tank in the middle for wide variety of aqua friends.
TracyJanuary 21, 2013It was free today!!! Very crowded but in spite of the crowd we had fun. J said we are at Nemos house!
Bobbi FosterMarch 10, 2012Buying ahead is only slightly advantageous on busy days. Being a member is the best bang for the buck.
A. VilcinMay 7, 2011Teachers enter free! But you have to apply online in advance for your ticket. May just be for IL teachers. Not sure.
Jennifer HAugust 25, 2012There HAS to be a more efficient way of getting ppl in this bldg. We just waited an HOUR to get a ticket OUTSIDE in the 100-degree heat. If you have small children or health conditions, come in winter
Scott KleinbergMarch 10, 2012I just love the whole Museum Campus area. Gorgeous views and stuff to do.
ToryBurchJune 20, 2013The Shedd Aquarium is home to almost everything aquatic. The dolphin shows are fan favorites.
Shedd AquariumDecember 30, 2009Shedd recommends arriving early to beat the rush. You can find discounts at http://www.sheddaquarium.org/discounts.html or by following us on Twitter and Facebook. We welcome feedback. Thanks! Jay Gen Read more
Carl JohnsonJuly 25, 2010The unadvertised general admission price is $8.00. Don't fall for the deceptive pricing on the sign if you don't care about the special stuff. Ask for the $8 rate. Boo Shedd! Gouging almost everyone.
MandaApril 25, 2013Don't fall for the expensive Express Pass give it a little while and they'll take you to the handicap accessible entrance
Mara KJuly 23, 2014Watch the aquatic show from below by hanging out by the windows next to the petting zoo.
Kelly 🍰April 29, 2014Get ready for screaming kids while you look into the sad eyes of the octopus. They'll try to upsell you on everything, not worth it.
Angie DDecember 28, 2011If you're going to more than one museum, get a city pass. Even if it's a few dollars more, you'll save hours of waiting in line.
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Shedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore Dr (at Solidarity Dr)
Chicago, IL 60605
United States
Chicago, IL 60605
United States
At: Museum Campus
Strap a mask and flippers onto your imagination and chart a course to Shedd Aquarium. Have you ever gotten eye-to-eye with a dolphin? Or met a penguin on a stroll to the South Pole? Or immersed yourself in an Amazon flooded forest? At Shedd, it's all possible.
Closed until 9:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
(312) 939-2438
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