We attended the Spooky Seas overnight at the Shedd Aquarium on October 30. It was a blast. Parking was free in the East lot and you were able to park after 5 pm. Check in was at 6 pm, where they checked you in and then gave you a place to store your personal items - clothes, sleeping bags, air... more

We took our 2 year old to the Shedd on their community free day on 10/16/09. Their normal admission price is $24.95, which is a little steep for a 2 year old's attention span. Although, the free admission didn't include a number of speciality exhibits such as the dolphins, but there was still plenty to see. I would do this... more

Since I have two toddler daughters who have a limited attention span, I was shocked when I saw the Shedd Pass listed for $25/adult. For my wife and I to spend $50 combined for an hour or two at the aquarium would have been a deal breaker. There is another option, which they don't go out of their way to... more

The Shedd Aquarium is located right along Lake Michigan. What a great location! There were a ton of exhibits and animals on display appealing to all ages. The kids were mesmerized by all the creatures on display. The Rainforest Exhibit was one of the best I have seen. more

We really enjoyed the aquarium. The dolphin show was enjoyable - the windows behind the dolphin and beluga pools overlook Lake Michigan. We spent several hours there in order to visit all the exhibits, which were sometimes difficult to see well through the crowds. Hands on activities for children provide a good break if you have little ones. Food is... more

We went to Shedd Aquarium during a brief stopover in Chicago. Since we were going on a Monday, we didn't think we would have any problems with the crowds - boy were we wrong. It was pouring down rain and there was a 1 hour wait at 11 am! While trying to stay out of the rain we talked to... more

This is such an amazing place to visit. No two trips will be the same. There is tons to do for kids and adults. I've been there for family vacations as well as vendor dinners. I can honestly say it will never get old. I look forward to bringing my 3 year old there soon! more

I enjoyed our tiime at Shedd's. the Pilot whales were so very friendly and photogenic. It seemed like they are ham's for having their photos taken. I had to wonder HOW raptor's (hawks) fit into the dolphin and pilot whale show though. The dolphinsm and raptors didn't appear to be trained yet and the training is still going on. While... more

We decided last minute to visit the Shedd Aquarim due the weather. It was a rainy & cool day so we couldn't do much outside. we were so pleasantly surprised by the large amount of fish, ocean life and marine life that was on display. true, it was crowded with children tour groups but if you go a little later... more