Plan a Visit
Group Visit Information
To Plan Your Visit
1. Choose your preferred dates and experiences. (Group visits require a minimum of 15 people.)
2. Make a reservation request on line or fax or mail a reservation request form. (Reservations cannot be taken by phone.)
3. Watch the mail for a confirmation letter and schedule in two to three weeks.
4. Book your bus and recruit your chaperones or guides.
5. Copy a map and/or schedule for each group leader.
Questions?
If you’ve got a question about an existing reservation or confirmation, please e-mail groupreservations@sheddaquarium.org, referring to your confirmation number. Or call us at 312-692-3333 with your confirmation number handy.
Bus Drop-off
When you arrive, your driver will be directed to drop your group at the bus turnaround on the south side of the aquarium. To enter the aquarium, take the ramp to the group entrance on the upper level.
Bus Parking
Limited parking for buses is available. Contact Standard Parking at 312-235-7701 or visit Soldier Field parking for more information.
Lunch
If your group is brown-bagging it, lunchroom reservations are on a first-come/first-served basis.
Aquarium Hours
Check here for updated information.
Winter (Labor Day through Memorial Day)
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Summer (Memorial Day through Labor Day)
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Community Discount Days
On Community Discount Days, general admission is free, and packages including Wild Reef are available at a discounted rate. Community Discount Days are sponsored by Ford Motor Company Fund.
