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John G Shedd Aquarium Description
The John G. Shedd Aquarium is touted as the largest indoor aquarium in the world. It houses close to 8000 different marine creatures representing around 700 separate species. The aquarium has been collecting fish and marine mammals from around the world since it first opened its doors to the public in 1930. The exhibits are designed to promote environmental awareness, conservation and responsible use of natural resources within marine ecosystems.

Some highlights of the aquarium include:

The 90,000 gallon Coral Reef exhibit with sharks, turtles and other Caribbean Sea inhabitants. Visitors can watch as divers dip into the tank each day to feed them.

The Oceanarium, which features a 3-million-gallon saltwater
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Hobbies & Activities category: Aquarium
Address
John G Shedd Aquarium
1200 South Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605-2402
United States
Map John G Shedd Aquarium
Phone 1 (312) 939-2426 / 2438
Fax 1 (312) 939-8069
http://www.sheddaquarium.org
Hours
May 30 to June 21
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:009:00
Closed18:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:00
June 22 to August 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:009:00
Closed18:0018:0018:0022:0018:0018:0018:00
September 1 to May 29
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:009:00
Closed17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0018:0018:00
Always closed on:
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Cost
Adult$27.50
Senior over 65$20.50
Child 11 & under$20.50
Tips
Hearing impaired visitors can dial 1-800-526-0857 TTY to make arrangements for a sign language tour. One week's notice is required. Other special needs visits can be arrange by calling 312-939-2426
Parking
Pay
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Wheelchair loan or rental
Transit
Subway: red or orange line CTA train to Roosevelt Road/Museum Campus station. Bus: #146 Marine-Michigan
Typical Visit
4 hours
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