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Shedd Aquarium    

www.sheddaquarium.org
4.2/5
(10K) · Aquarium in Chicago, United States
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A world thriving with aquatic life, sustained by people who love, understand and protect it. Here, there and everywhere, Shedd Aquarium connects …

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4.2/5 · 9,964 reviews
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Mar 27, 2025
Joined last summer to attend jazzing. It was always sold out. Tried to get tix online but password problems made sign in impossible. Contacted shedd multiple times but they could not resolve sign in …Full review by C9925EGjeank
Mar 27, 2025
I bought tickets the day before - took the day off work on a Thursday, and drove 3 hours to Chicago with my wife and two year old son. We arrived to find the aquarium sold out for the day. We had tic…Full review by Discover50200121506
Mar 8, 2025
We loved the experience! They had everything we wanted, and they had lots of activities. Don’t pack too heavy, since you will do lots of walking.Full review by JustAAdventurer
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In 1929, the renowned John G. Shedd, head honcho of Marshall Field's department store, bestowed upon Chicago this grand Beaux-Art…
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Shedd Aquarium (formally the John G. Shedd Aquarium) is an indoor public aquarium in Chicago, Illinois in the United States that ope…
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Nestled on the coast of Lake Michigan, the Shedd Aquarium is home to more than 650 species of fish, reptiles, amphibians, invertebr…
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Questions & answers

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I am highly phobic of elevators. Are stairs easily accessible? Are all exhibits accessible by stairs?
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Looks like it was answered. yes there are stairs, I will share that the main elevator is very large.
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Are there penguins in this aquarium?
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There is a penguin exhibit on the lowest level with two kinds of penguins and an optional penguin experience you can book for a fee to get closer
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How do I renew my membership?
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Online: Login into your Shedd account and renew your membership support online.
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