Insider Pages Reviews for Shedd Aquarium

5 Stars: My Childhood Favorite (by YahtzeeGirl)

YahtzeeGirl — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The Shedd has been a favorite of mine since my parents took me to visit the aquarium at an early age. I love the way they have the aquarium mapped out , and how the group different species together. And at every visit I always learn something new or find a new favorite.
The gift shop is another great stop to make to get gifts for friends and family.

5 Stars: Fun for Every Age (by JaDi)

JaDi — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

It doesn't matter how old you are or how many times you've been, the Shedd Aquarium always provides a fun time. This museum always has a great feature exhibit that's worth the trip, along with the must-see dolphin show. Bring your camera because the city views from the Shedd are breathtaking!

5 Stars: Amaaazing place! (by CSMobileUser)

CSMobileUser — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Amazing place. Friendly staff, great attractions. Beluga whale, penguins, sharks, seahorse, coral in downtown chicago. 4-D Planet Earth was an amazing experience. Missed dolphin show, but heard its awesome. A little steep in $$, however, well worth it! Would recommend to a friend.

4 Stars: Great place to visit (by aly511)

aly511 — Mon, 11 May 2009 02:00:00 GMT

This is a chicago staple. It is a great aquarium with an awesome view of Lake Michigan. The Oceanarium is very interesteing, along with the mammal show.

4 Stars: Great tourist attraction (by Chadrock5)

Chadrock5 — Mon, 11 May 2009 02:00:00 GMT

I could spend all day in this place. There is always something to see and enjoy. This is the perfect place to take friends or family who visit the city.

5 Stars: Good Family Fun (by newgirl1)

newgirl1 — Tue, 27 May 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Every summer we go to the Shedd Aquarium and always have a great day. They have a huge assortment of fish and other marine life to learn about. Also, the Aquarium provides an abundence of information about all the marine life that you will see. I would recommend going to the Shedd with your family, it's money well spent.

5 Stars: Awesome for kids! (by iteachk)

iteachk — Sun, 25 Jun 2006 02:00:00 GMT

I have been to a few aquariums for school field trips and this one just beats them all! Because I am a teacher I received an all access pass for free which was a wonderful bonus, but even if I had to pay the entrance fees it is well worth the money because there was so much to see there. I also liked how the staff got the kids to play in some interactive games about the animals. I would love to go again some day!

4 Stars: Very nice (by mamapn)

mamapn — Tue, 22 Jul 2003 02:00:00 GMT

Lots of variety and information. Dolphins and whale show was very good. Strictly an aquarium, no other animals at this location.

2 Stars: Not Wheelchair Friendly (by aurorarevolution)

aurorarevolution — Sat, 05 Jul 2003 02:00:00 GMT

They claim to be wheelchair accessable but they were far from wheelchair friendly. It was a confusing maze with a lack of signs. A complete lack of assistance from the staff, they seemed to have no idea where we were supose to go to get to places and wouldnt get off thier chairs to help us figure it out.

After 40 minutes we had enough and got sent down the wrong hall for the last time, so we left. It was a huge waste of money and a real let down. I know they can do better!!!!

5 Stars: great in a small package (by tyggergirl)

tyggergirl — Sat, 28 Sep 2002 02:00:00 GMT

The Shedd is one of my favorite attractions in Chicago. The Rising Amazon exhibit is really well-made. The feeding time for the main aquarium is an experience - definitely great for kids. It's just too bad that you have to pay an additional fee to see the beluga whales...

3 Stars: house of fish (by sukey)

sukey — Mon, 26 Aug 2002 02:00:00 GMT

If you only have limited time to visit the Museum Campus, I would make the Shedd the third stop. The Amazon Rising exhibit is quite nice, but this museum isn't as interesting as the Field or the Adler.

5 Stars: Great Time (by red_rammer2002)

red_rammer2002 — Sun, 25 Aug 2002 02:00:00 GMT

We didn't go intot he entire building, We were able to get our fill just looking at the Free displays in the reception area. I am glad that we saved something for next time. Bring hte kids, they will really enjoy a look at nature here in Chicago!

4 Stars: Under the Sea (by nathanstull_citysearch)

nathanstull_citysearch — Mon, 13 May 2002 02:00:00 GMT

The Shedd Aquarium is quite interesting. All the tanks show some of the prettiest and most unusual creatures underwater. I personally liked the one large circular tank with sharks, sea rays and other fish, large and small. Then, we went down a floor to check out the penguins and sea mammals. The seahorse display was educating and interesting too, but the dolphins and large mammals take the cake for me.