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Shedd Aquarium, Chicago, Illinois. 490,849 likes · 2,656 talking about this · 1,177,653 were here. Sparking compassion, curiosity and conservation for the aquatic animal world.
Illinois residents enjoy FREE admission to Shedd Aquarium on select days throughout the year! We offer several reservation options for Free Days. For those who prefer to plan ahead, online ticket reservations are available with a $5 convenience fee per order.
Contents. Shedd Aquarium. Shedd Aquarium (formally the John G. Shedd Aquarium) is an indoor public aquarium in Chicago. Opened on May 30, 1930, the 5 million US gal (19,000,000 L; 4,200,000 imp gal) aquarium holds about 32,000 animals and is the third largest aquarium in the Western Hemisphere, after the Georgia Aquarium and Monterey Bay Aquarium.
About Shedd. Every year Shedd Aquarium welcomes 2 million guests for unforgettable encounters with belugas and bluegills, stingrays and sturgeons. But Shedd is more than just a destination. With partners in Chicago and around the globe, we’re also protecting endangered species and their habitats and rescuing and rehabilitating wildlife in need.
Whether it’s a shark feeding tour or a chance to meet a penguin, we’ve got experiences you’ll never forget. Extraordinary Experiences. Virtual Encounters. During Your Visit. Programs and events at Shedd. Exhibits. See the calendar. Accessibility.
Sit in the best seats in the house for an Animal Spotlight, chat with an animal care expert and touch a slimy, soft sea jelly! Have a limited time to see everything at Shedd? The Must See Tour is the perfect way to hit the highlights in just a little over an hour. Get Tickets.
Shedd Aquarium. 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.
