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Shedd Aquarium

Tourist attraction

4.5(30752 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 9 AM
Shedd Aquarium

About

Aquatic creatures from around the world. State-of-the-art indoor aquarium, famous for its variety of habitats & views of Lake Michigan.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Shedd Aquarium:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    1200 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
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    Phone
    (312) 939-2438
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    Price Range
    Expensive
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    Hours
    Monday:9 AM–5 PM
    Tuesday:9 AM–9 PM
    Wednesday:9 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:9 AM–5 PM
    Friday:9 AM–5 PM
    Saturday:9 AM–6 PM
    Sunday:9 AM–6 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Accessibility

  • Assistive hearing loop: Has assistive hearing loop
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating: Has wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Offers tours: Offers tours

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Playground: Has playground

Parking

  • Paid parking garage: Paid parking garage
  • Paid parking lot: Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking: Paid street parking

Nearby

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