Aquariums

Seven Seas

Name: Seven Seas
Address: 3300 Golf Rd, Riverside, IL 60546, Riverside, IL, US
Telephone: (708) 688-8000
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (927 reviews)

📍 3300 Golf Rd, Riverside, IL 60546

📞 (708) 688-8000

🌐 seven-seas.edan.io

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🕐 Hours

Monday	9:30 AM–6 PM
Tuesday	9:30 AM–6 PM
Wednesday	9:30 AM–6 PM
Thursday	9:30 AM–6 PM
Friday	9:30 AM–6 PM
Saturday	9:30 AM–6 PM
Sunday	9:30 AM–6 PM

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About Seven Seas

Seven Seas is an aquarium in Riverside, IL. Seven Seas features a dolphin show where visitors in the front rows experience a 'splash zone' where dolphins intentionally strike their tail fins to drench spectators, creating an interactive audience engagement element. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 927 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Aquarium
Best For: All ages
Highlights: Interactive touch tanks, shark and ray tunnel, coral reef and jellyfish exhibits
Hours: 9:30 AM - 6 PM daily
Location: Riverside, IL (Brookfield Zoo Chicago area)

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Seven Seas features a dolphin show where visitors in the front rows experience a 'splash zone' where dolphins intentionally strike their tail fins to drench spectators, creating an interactive audience engagement element
⭐The venue maintains high animal welfare standards with reviewers noting that dolphins appear well-cared for and are not overworked, with trainers deliberately limiting performance frequency and duration unlike some competitor facilities
⭐Seven Seas offers bilingual signage in English and Spanish throughout the facility, indicating accessibility considerations for diverse visitor populations
⭐The facility achieved a 4.7-star rating across 927 reviews, with dolphin show content generating 152 mentions in visitor reviews, indicating it is the primary attraction draw

💬 What Visitors Say

💬If sitting in the splash zone for the dolphin show, expect to get wet with salt water—bring a towel or wear water-appropriate clothing. Front row seats offer the best interactive experience but guarantee splashing.
🕐Visit on weekdays or during off-peak hours to avoid crowds and enjoy shorter wait times, especially important given the noted parking challenges on weekends.
💡The dolphin show doesn't feature all tricks at every performance (like the ball jump trick)—ask staff about the day's routine and manage expectations accordingly. Bring a camera as the show offers excellent photo opportunities.
💬Plan to spend a full day at the venue—there are multiple exhibits beyond the dolphin show including coral reef, jellyfish, shark and ray tunnel, and interactive touch tanks with starfish and sea cucumbers, plus educational storytelling experiences.
💡The dolphin show includes educational facts about dolphins throughout the performance, making it valuable for learning. Staff clearly prioritize animal welfare with reasonable show frequency and duration.