Shedd Aquarium
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Shedd Aquarium - by Lance Anderson on Unsplash
Description
Shedd Aquarium is located on the shore of Lake Michigan in Chicago. It contains 1,500 species, including fishes, marine mammals, birds, snakes, amphibians, and insects. Those belong to various marine habitats such as the Caribbean reefs, the Amazon River, a recreation of the Apo reef in the Philippines, various 'Waters of the World' including local waters, and an Oceanarium featuring marine mammals from the Pacific Northwest (incl. beluga whales, sea otters, Rockhopper penguins, and Magellanic penguins). There is also a 4D Theatre (additional fees apply).
Access & Transport
The aquarium is in the Chicago’s Museum Campus, to the southeast of Grant Park, at 1200 South DuSable Lake Shore Drive Bus 130 and 146 stop there, 'Museum Campus/11th St.' train station (ME, SSL) and 'Roosevelt' metro station (Green, Orange, Red) are a 5 mins' walk away. Directions: https://www.sheddaquarium.org/plan-a-visit/getting-to-shedd Accessibility info: https://www.sheddaquarium.org/plan-a-visit/accessibility
Instructions & Recommendations
Check the daily schedule of shows and activities on the calendar page: https://www.sheddaquarium.org/calendar This activity can easily be combined with the Field Museum of Natural History or the Adler Planetarium
Environmental & Social
Some efforts to reduce waste (e.g. plastic) and good rescue / conservation credentials: https://www.sheddaquarium.org/care-and-conservation
Conclusion
The aquarium is considered one of the best attractions in town, we partially agree mostly because of its exceptional setting and historical architecture. Otherwise, whilst it has excellent collections, the experience and value are significantly impacted by how busy it can be and the high price charged for the tickets.
Key positive
Oceanarium animals are very impressive
Nice architecture, setting, and views
Key negative
Expensive
Can be (too) crowded
Suitability
Suitable for all ages and accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
August 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 30m
est. visit time:2h 30m
Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 18:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00