Visited Shedd with our three children on June 15, 2009. Way too overcrowded. Total waste of time and money because it was too crowded to be able to see any of the fish. We practically had to push our way through just to see a few aquariums. If it hadn't been so crowded I'm sure it would have been a good time.

Our family loved the Shedd Aquarium. We have been to others and this one ranks right up there with the best. A definite must see while in Chicago. Nice thing is, it is located right by Field Museum and Alder Planentarium, so you can catch another attraction nearby the same day.

Having a daughter who loves sea animals, visiting Shedd was an obvious choice. She loved seeing all of the sealife. The Spongebob 4-D show was great, it was our first experience in a 4-D theater. It was very cool. We were disappointed that the dolphins and beluga whales weren't there but we knew ahead of time that they weren't going to be there.

We went on Saturday morning before Easter and the line to get in the aquarium was really long. Luckily we were given the tip to arrive a 1/2 hour before it opened so we got right in.

Shedd Aquarium is loaded with lots to see. The new Wild Reef exhibit is awesome. Plan to spend at least three hours to see everything. Save money and take your lunch with you. They have lockers on site and a lunchroom. Also, if you plan to go back within the next year, save money and buy a membership. Parking is expensive at $16-$19. If you stay downtown you can save money by taking the train/bus.