Shedd Aquarium
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OPEN NOW - Closes at 5:00pm

1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605

Get ready for unforgettable encounters with belugas and bluegills, stingrays and sturgeons, sea stars and sea otters — and so many more animals from aquatic environments around the world! See penguins fly through chilly waters, spot sleek sharks cruising overhead and count the suckers on an octopus’ legs. At Shedd, you can look nature in the eye, investigate and discover. Get ready for beauty that surprises, mesmerizes, inspires and moves you!Get ready for unforgettable encounters with belugas and bluegills, stingrays and sturgeons, sea stars and sea otters — and so many more animals from aquatic environments around the world! See penguins fly through chilly waters, spot sleek sharks cruising overhead and count the suckers on an octopus’ legs. At Shedd, you can look nature in the eye, investigate and discover. Get ready for beauty that surprises, mesmerizes, inspires and moves you!

Reviews

Laura C.

05/26/2022

Provided by YP.com

Es el mejor acuario que hay en chicago es hermoso la logistica es muy buena real mente pasas un rato muy agradable con tu familia

Chris C.

10/23/2016

Provided by YP.com

This is a really great aquarium with an incredible diversity of animals. All manner of aquatic life is covered, from seals and dolphins all the way through Amazonian fish. The exhibits could have a bit more explanation but overall a great experience. Take note that you will likely have to wait quite a while to get in though.

Jamie P.

09/05/2016

Provided by YP.com

This is one of those places you must visit in Chicago.They have amazing exhibits from all over the world with fun shows for kids, 4-D movies, and pretty much.The shark Aquarium is great.Jellies Exhibit is amazing.
The staff is friendly and kind with kids. The atmosphere is also very comfortable If you go to the Shedd and don't see the aquatic show you have missed the best part of the aquarium!!!

Sheila R.

01/22/2016

Provided by YP.com

Beautiful location and aquarium. Its a family favorite the kids love the circular aquarium in the center they feel like they can almost touch the fishes. Its busy but large enough to accommodate large groups. A must when visiting Chicago .

ladyl123

07/20/2010

Provided by YP.com

one hour wait just to get in

I went here on a saturday afternoon and that was def the wrong time to go. I had to wait in line outside for 45 min then another 15 mins inside the building to pay for a ticket. It however, was worth the wait. The set up was nice and they have really cool displays. They have a lunch area with great food although expensive. Lastly, I caught a dolphin show at no extra charge. I would go back just not on a weekend afternoon.