Explore by Exhibit

Immerse yourself. Shedd’s exhibits connect you to incredible animals from around the world — and close to home. Dive deep into coral reefs and flooded rainforests, and stroll along the craggy Pacific Northwest coast.

Whether it’s the fresh, cool Great Lakes or warm waves of the Caribbean, Shedd’s many exhibits reveal the secrets of our planet’s waters. Get your feet wet! Click below to explore the exhibits.

Please note, areas of the aquarium may be closed for a portion or all of any given day without prior notice. Please contact us if you have questions about exhibit availability.

Explore the World's Aquarium

Underwater Beauty

Watch sea jellies pulse, eels ribbon and a rainbow come alive with reef fishes. In Shedd’s new special exhibit, 100 species from around the world embody living art shaped by the unmatched forces of nature and time. Learn more.
Wild Reef

Dive deep into the magical coral reefs of the Philippines and get within inches of sharks and rays! Learn more.
Waters of the World

Discover amazing animals from oceans, rivers, lakes and wetlands around the world in Shedd’s original galleries. Learn more.
Caribbean Reef

Located in our historic rotunda, this 90,000-gallon habitat has been thrilling guests since 1971. Learn more.
Amazon Rising: Seasons of the River

Experience the Amazon’s yearly floods and meet some of the mighty river’s diverse residents. Learn more.
At Home on the Great Lakes

Find out more about life along the Great Lakes, and touch a sturgeon, a living fossil. Learn more.
Polar Play Zone

Play! Splash! Pretend! Join the fun in this exhibit created especially for families with kids 2 to 7 years old. Learn more.
Abbott Oceanarium

Take an unforgettable stroll through the Abbott Oceanarium, where you’ll encounter dolphins, belugas, sea otters, sea lions and more. Learn more.