Open Instagram and tap the search icon
Search for a location, place, or hashtag related to your area
Check posts tagged with nearby locations
View people who post from local events, venues, or businesses
Use the Discover People or Suggested for You section
Sync your contacts to find people you know nearby
Follow local community pages and check their followers
Search for local hashtags used in your city or neighborhood
Check tagged photos and location tags on nearby posts
Use mutual followers to find people connected to your area