4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
A wonderful collection. The Beluga whales were not part of the show despite the website indicating they would be. You can still see them in their enclosure however.
Shedd Aquarium Tours
Reviews of Shedd Aquarium
4.6
Top Destination
2/5 - Disappointing
Verified traveler
Do not go on Illinois free day!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Visited with a family of 5, purchased a family membership instead of single tickets. Members get 10% off food and shops Additionally, free entry if we make another trip over the next year.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Didn’t go there
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Aquarium has a lot to explore! Be sure to allow up to 3 hours of time in order to enjoy it.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Don’t go on a weekend. It was so crowded that I couldn’t read the signs. I had people shoving their phones in my face while looking at exhibits. Lovely place though as long as you can avoid the crowd.
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