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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.
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.
Explore the aquatic world through exciting programs and events at Shedd Aquarium! Encounter amazing animals, participate in interactive classes and activities, and learn about Shedd's commitment to conservation and education. Plus, enjoy special after-hours events like Jazzin' at the Shedd.
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.
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.
Shedd’s exhibits bring you face to face with incredible animals from around the world—and right in your backyard. From sunny Philippines reefs to the Amazon’s flooded forests, the rugged Pacific Northwest coast to the vast Great Lakes, explore a world thriving with aquatic life.
Penguin Encounter. Meet one of Shedd’s penguins! During this 45-minute experience, discover what makes these birds so amazing! You will see the penguin explore, preen, play with toys, perch and gulp fish.
