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Location
Accessibility
Animals may not be visible at all times to promote positive animal welfare; animals have access to areas out of public view
Visitor tip
Don't miss the daily positive reinforcement training sessions narrated by learning interpreters. These sessions are the best way to understand the zoo's animal care philosophy and watch the seals demonstrate learned behaviors up close.
Best time
Visit during evening hours when the underwater lighting is enhanced, making it easier to see the seals swimming and interacting with the glass. Reviewers particularly enjoyed watching seals pop their heads out of the water.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Location
- Lincoln Park Zoo
- Animals
- Grey Seals, Harbor Seals
- Highlights
- Daily positive reinforcement training sessions, underwater viewing with naturalistic rockwork and artificial kelp
What visitors say
The seals were so loves! They were swimming around happy they loves to swim up to the glass and pop their head out of the pool
My son’s favorite spot. We can spend all day watching them swim and play, especially when the water is so clear ❤️
Seeing seals for free. It doesn't get much better than this
From 39 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- The pool features underwater lighting that enhances viewing in the evening, creating a unique nocturnal viewing experience for visitors
- Seals have environmental choice between sunny and shady areas within the pool, demonstrating a commitment to animal welfare and behavioral enrichment
- Daily positive reinforcement training sessions are narrated by learning interpreters, allowing visitors to observe and learn about modern animal care practices and seal behavior
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