No, Chicago resident prices are not impacted by the plan-ahead pricing tool. Chicago residents enjoy a daily low price on general admission, with a set price of $19.95/adult.

Shedd members should reserve their tickets in advance, but the price of a membership and the associated benefits are not impacted by the plan-ahead pricing tool.

At this time, the plan-ahead pricing tool only impacts general admission costs and select aquarium events such as Jazzin’ at the Shedd for non-Chicago resident guests. Costs for Extraordinary Experiences and other programs are not impacted.

You have the freedom to change the date or time of your visit after purchasing tickets. Should you select a new date or time with a higher admission cost, you will simply need to pay the difference to confirm the change. No refunds will be issued if you exchange to a less-expensive visit date and time.

Here at Shedd, we have a commitment to ensure that price is never a barrier to connecting with the aquatic animal world. In fact, one third of guests who visit the aquarium in a calendar year do so for free or at a discount thanks to several accessibility programs and annual free days. We continue to honor and make guests aware of these accessibility programs. Click here to learn more.

Chicago residents always enjoy $19.95 admission. This planning tool only impacts guests visiting from outside of Chicago.

Prices may increase closer to your visit date. They will never go down, though they may start below current general admission prices. That is why it is always best to plan a visit further in advance so that you will have the greatest opportunity to save money.