The Shedd Aquarium, located in Chicago, is a world-renowned aquarium housing over 32,000 aquatic animals representing 1,500 species.
Currency
USD ($)
Best time to visit
April to June, September to November
Languages
English
Coordinates
41.878ยฐ, -87.627ยฐ
Key facts
1The Shedd Aquarium is one of the largest indoor aquariums in the world
2It is home to the Abbott Oceanarium, which houses a 4-million-gallon saltwater tank
3The aquarium is dedicated to the education and conservation of aquatic life
Timeline
1929: The aquarium was opened by John G. Shedd's widow, Mary A. Shedd
1933: The aquarium was expanded to include a marine mammal pavilion
1991: The Oceanarium, a state-of-the-art exhibit, was added
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Chicken and Waffles
Crispy fried chicken atop a waffle, drizzled with maple syrup and spicy honey
Where: Yolk South Loop, Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe
When: morning
Price: $14-$18
Steak and Eggs
Tender steak strips, eggs cooked to your liking, served with hash browns or breakfast potatoes
Where: Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe, Yolk South Loop
When: morning
Price: $12-$16
Italian Beef Sandwich
Thinly sliced beef, slow-cooked in Italian gravy, served on a French roll with spicy giardiniera
Where: Mr. Beef on Orleans, Al's #1 Italian Beef
When: afternoon
Price: $10-$12
Chicago-Style Hot Dog
All-beef hot dog topped with yellow mustard, chopped white onions, bright green sweet pickle relish, a dill pickle spear, tomato slices or wedges, and sport peppers
Where: Gene & Jude's, Portillo's
When: afternoon
Price: $3-$5
Chicago-Style Deep-Dish Pizza
Thick, buttery crust, loaded with cheese and chunky tomato sauce on top