If the city cannot come to the seas, then let the seas come to the city. Welcome to the Shedd Aquarium, one of the world's largest indoor aquariums with its 5-million gallon capacity and over 1,500 species of the most spectacular marine creatures.

Located in the Windy City, Shedd Aquarium is a pioneer in many respects because it was the first indoor aquarium with a permanent collection of saltwater fishes. Its marine attractions beckon to over 2 million visitors from all over the country, even the world, and it is considered one of the must-visit places in Chicago.

Such is its popularity that it is consistently considered as one of the most visited aquariums in the United States. Shedd Aquarium is not just a favorite among its clients but it is also considered one of the best in the aquarium industry, as proven by numerous awards from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums for its exhibits. Check out the Seahorse Symphony, Amazon Rising, and Wild Reef, all of which were awarded best exhibits in various years.

The Amazon Rising exhibit, for example, features a spectacular re-creation of the Amazon River and its surrounding Jungle with species like anacondas, stingrays, and piranhas. The Wild Reef is a beautiful replica of the Apo Island Marine reserve in the Philippines complete with a living reef and several species of sharks, fishes and stingrays.

Don't miss out on special exhibits, too, such as the Jellies and the Stingray Touch. These special exhibits run for a limited time so it is best to check in to the aquarium's website or visit the aquarium itself for more details.

After all, you don't want to miss out on a marine experience of a lifetime that can be repeated over and over again, all without getting your feet wet.