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Forbes has named Shedd as one of America’s best aquariums, stating "...you can experience the wonders of marine life right in the Midwest, without ever setting foot in the sea." Read the entire article.

There's so much to see and do at Shedd these days. Check out our new Ten Fun Finds maps for self-guided tours. And now you can make your own map!

Enjoy "water music" at Shedd with the Chicago Sinfonietta's concert series.

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Welcome to Shedd Aquarium
Are you ready for an inSheddible connection?

Strap a mask and flippers onto your imagination and chart a course to Shedd Aquarium. Have you ever gotten eye-to-eye with a shark? Or followed a sea turtle as she soared through the Caribbean? Or immersed yourself in an Amazon flooded forest? At Shedd, it's all possible.


Encounter a Green Tree Python

The deep pits visible in the upper and lower lips of the green tree python detect infrared radiation—heat from warm-blooded prey. Learn more.

 
FYI
The Oceanarium exhibit is closed...

…and the dolphins and beluga whales are on vacation. Find out where they are and what they’re doing.

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Get tix on line

You can buy your tickets in advance on line and avoid waiting in line. Tickets are usually available for as soon as a next-day visit.

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