Chicago boasts plentiful well-known attractions that can occupy your time. One of the best attractions in Chicago is the Shedd Aquarium. It is especially true if you are a marine life enthusiast or just looking for a family-friendly attraction to have a fun filled day.

General admission: There are three kinds of admission tickets. Different kind applies for different attractions or activities.

Shedd Pass - The admission of Shedd Pass is $26.95 per adult and $19.95 per child (aged 3 to 11). This fee applies for the newly renovated Abbott Oceanarium and Polar Play Zone, Wild Reef, Amazon Rising, Caribbean Reef and Waters of the World. With an additional fee of $2, you can explore the Shedd's aquatic show with whales, dolphins, penguins and more.

Total Experience Pass - This pass is $30.95 per adult and $23.95 per kid. With this kind of ticket, you can access to all exhibits and a 4-D Experience of your choice. Add Shedd's aquatic show to your visit at a rate of $2 each person. The Total Experience Pass is only available at Shedd box office, not available online.

Shedd Aquarium 4-D Experience

http://www.sheddaquarium.org/4dtheater.html

Fantasea Pass - With Fantasea Pass, you can experience everything that the aquarium has to offer. This all access pass (including all exhibits, the 4-D Experience, Shedd's aquatic show) is $32.95 per adult and $25.95 per child. You need to purchase this pass only at the Shedd box office as well.

Are you a budget traveler but really want to visit the Shedd Aquarium? Bring this experience to you or your families with Shedd Aquarium discount tickets. These discount tickets are the first step in your savings plan and the first step for your family's adventure on various exhibits.

There are a variety of ways to get discounts on Shedd Aquarium admission. Learn about these different options to ensure you get the best deals to explore the aquarium. You need to pay attention not only to the cheapest tickets, but also to the exhibits you are interested in experiencing.

1) Community Discount Days - Community Discount Days means that there are 52 days a year for you to get discount tickets to the Shedd Aquarium. During these days, general admission is free and packages for additional exhibits are available at a discounted rate.

2) Resident Discount - If you are a Chicago resident, you will receive a $3 discount on admission everyday other than Community Discount Days. Make sure to have your valid ID with you.

3) Chicago CityPass / Go Chicago Card - Chicago CityPass or Go Chicago Card is a great way to get discounts to the Shedd Aquarium. They can get you into Shedd Aquarium and other well-known Chicago attractions for a low price.

4) Mini Pass - Think about whether partial admission is enough for you. If you are not interested in the extra exhibits like a 4-D Experience or Pet Show, you could consider buying the Mini Pass instead. It helps save you a few bucks, if you are planning on a visit to the Shedd Aquarium with your whole family.

5) Bank of America's Museums on Us Program - Visitors who present a valid Back of America/Merrill Lynch ATM, credit or debit card, together with photo identification, will receive one free mini-pass admission on the first full weekend of each month. This offer is not available during special events or for admission to the 4-D theatre. Museums on Us weekends in 2011 include Feb 5 - 6, Mar 5 - 6, April 2 - 3, May 7 - 8, Jun 4 - 5, Jul 2 - 3, Aug 6 - 7, Sep 3 - 4, Oct 1 - 2, Nov 5 - 6 and Dec 3 - 4.

6) Membership - Becoming a member, you can get discounts on programming and free admission to all of Shedd's exhibits and more.

Shedd Aquarium Membership Information

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7) Great Kids Museums Passports - Two adults and two kids will benefit from a Great Kids Museum Passport for general aquarium admission only. These passports can be found at Chicago Public Library branches.

Shedd VIP Tickets - You can get VIP tickets at Shedd's selected Chicago Hotel Partners, at the Shedd Box Office or just call 312-692-3373. The price of a VIP ticket is $29 for both adults and kids aged 3 - 11. With Shedd VIP tickets, you can explore Waters of the World, Amazon Rising, the Abbott Oceanarium, Polar Play Zone and Wild Reef and don't need to wait in lines. You also can add the 4-D Experience to your visit at a discounted rate of $4.5 per person.

Chicago Hotel Partners

http://www.sheddaquarium.org/nearby_accomodations.html

9) Other Discounts - Shedd Aquarium discount tickets are also available for teachers, active-duty military personnel and Chicago police officers and firefighters. Present you proper ID and you will receive a $3 discount on admission everyday with the exception of Community Discount Days.