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Shedd Aquarium
Aquarium
Museum Campus, Chicago
Has a stamp of approval from Wired and Chicagoist
"The penguin encounter one was a great value and a wonderful time!"(18 Tips)
"Excellent aquarium, choose the CityPass, great deal!!!"(22 Tips)
"Spend some time with the cute Beluga whales, they're cute and funny."(13 Tips)
"The holiday dolphin show is an interesting selection."(12 Tips)
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jennahDecember 25, 2011The jellyfish exhibit is breathtaking. The zen-like nature of these unique creatures is mind-blowing.
Rebecca M.May 22, 2012Get the Chicago CityPass if going to other attractions too. Lets you skip the line, which was ridiculous when we went.
Zach IsenmannMarch 1, 2014Buy the express pass for an extra $10, it will save you an hour in line easily!
Gilt CityMarch 29, 2011Shedd is home to Nunavik, a Beluga that’s just one year old. The name is an Inuit word that means “friendly, beautiful and wild.”
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
Blake WoodSeptember 23, 20129am on gameday is a GREAT time to visit, the place feels empty! Parking does get more expensive on game day though :(
beautifulkelliAugust 1, 2013The North Patio is fabulous with the sun setting behind the skyline view!!
Valarie SmithAugust 26, 2012This is the best place to watch the Saturday night fireworks in the summer. Not too crowded!
Irina KruchininaJuly 26, 20131 hour of waiting in a line, even on business day. But it's worth it :)
Lisa GriffinNovember 28, 2012One of my favorite things to do in Chicago -- take the water taxi to/from Navy Pier!
Scott KleinbergMarch 10, 2012I just love the whole Museum Campus area. Gorgeous views and stuff to do.
Mara KJuly 23, 2014Watch the aquatic show from below by hanging out by the windows next to the petting zoo.
SaraAugust 26, 2012If you go to the Shedd and don't see the aquatic show you have missed the best part of the aquarium
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
Juan MolinaMarch 30, 2019Avoid the crowds. The aquarium can get crazy busy in the weekends. Not worth going if you have to wait in line even to ride the elevator
Julia StylesOctober 11, 2011Go see the jellies! Jazzin' at the Shedd is a lot of fun, but the food isn't great. Make dinner reservations somewhere else, and just get drinks at the Shedd.
KristinSeptember 3, 2012Aquatic show was awful! Very surprised that the incredible Shedd couldn't deliver. Confirm what you will see before you buy that add-on.. Plan to wait in line. Stroller line is shorter. City pass FTW
Nicole AquinoAugust 4, 2011Go early to get good metered parking. Also, way less crowded at 9:00! Teachers, you have to get your pass online now.
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.
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
Dan GakenDecember 31, 2011Think you might come back? Buy the membership, it pays for itself and helps a great cause!
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.
Patrick JacksOctober 18, 2012For adults: Skip the food and the 4D experience. Everything else is awesome!
Jennifer🍷🍸 Mcardle KnappJuly 7, 2012get there early. and if you have a stroller, you can skip the line and go to the handicap entrance.
Tim PlatschorreJune 9, 2013Pay attention to what your ticket includes. General admission doesn't include the sharks! Booo!
Araceli ArroyoFebruary 4, 2012My favorite place, visit teh big tank in the middle for wide variety of aqua friends.
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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.
Open until 6:00 PM (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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