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Shedd AquariumvsLincoln Park Zoo
Shedd Aquarium and Lincoln Park Zoo are both recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Shedd Aquarium ranks slightly better than Lincoln Park Zoo. Shedd Aquarium has a TripExpert Score of 93 with recommendations from 9 reviewers such as Where, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
Shedd Aquarium
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Where
Frommer's
1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
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Fodor's "One of the most popular aquariums in the country, the Shedd houses more than 32,500 creatures from around the world." Full review
Concierge "Encased in a handsome marble octagon overlooking the Lake, the Shedd is the world's largest indoor aquarium."
Time Out "Anchoring the aquatic offerings at this 75-year-old institution are enduring favorites such as piranhas, frogs and snakes of the Amazon." Full review
Not For Tourists "Marine and freshwater creatures from around the world are on view in this 1929 Classical Greek-inspired Beaux Arts structure."
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The world's largest indoor aquarium. It houses some 8,000 aquatic animals comprising 650 species from around the globe." Full review
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Don't miss the new Fantasea marine show in the Oceanarium's amphitheater.
National Geographic "Popular lakefront aquarium with 1,000-seat amphitheater for dolphin shows." Full review
Where "From frolicking sea otters to sharks and exotic eels, the Shedd Aquarium is home to an array of fascinating aquatic animals." Full review
Frommer's "The Shedd is one of the world's largest indoor aquariums and houses thousands of river, lake, and sea denizens in standard aquarium tanks and elaborate new habitats." Full review
Lincoln Park Zoo Fodor's Concierge Time Out Frommer's Not For Tourists
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2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
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Fodor's "At this urban enclave near Lake Michigan, you can face off with lions (separated by a window, of course) outside the Kovler Lion House." Full review
Concierge "Although it's charmingly small, you should still allow yourself two to three hours to wander the paths among landmark Georgian Revival brick buildings and colorful flower gardens."
Time Out "See some 1,200 animals, from apes to zebras, at the oldest and one of only a few free zoos left in the country." Full review
Frommer's "One of the city's treasures, this family-friendly attraction is not only open every day of the year, but it's also free." Full review
Not For Tourists "Oldest free zoo in the U.S."
Travel + Leisure "With more than 1,250 animals, Lincoln Park Zoo ranks as one of the finest in the country." Full review
Travel + Leisure "To experience the true definition of “urban oasis,” stroll in and around this 14-acre ecosystem with the backdrop of the Chicago skyline." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Visit this urban ecosystem at Lincoln Park Zoo, where birds, fish, frogs, turtles, and insects frolic among native plants." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Stroll around this 14-acre ecosystem, with the the Chicago skyline as its backdrop, and you’ll experience the true definition of “urban oasis." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"This 2ha working farm constructed as part of Lincoln Park Zoo offers city children a chance to commune with rural life." Full review
