From funny animals to creative outlets, to food photography and local music livestreams, here are some of the best local Instagram accounts that are sure to break your quarantine boredom.

@FloridaAquarium Since closing, the Florida Aquarium has posted videos of turtles, penguins, puffer fish, AND otters. It’s wholesome content that doubles as a break from all those cat videos your mom is sending over Facebook. Photo via @FloridaAquarium/Instagram
@OlDirtySundays Crowbar’s long-running patio party is on pause for now, but that hasn’t stopped residents DJ Casper, Fader and Deacon from throwing down on the ones and twos for its Quaranstream party. Photo via @OlDirtySundays/Instagram
@CityOfTampa Well, following the city government’s Instagram during a pandemic is never a bad idea. The city has posted news updates, but also feel good stories amid the chaos. Photo via @CityOfTampa/Instagram
@FeedingTampaBay Keep up with the local nonprofits efforts around the city, read an uplifting quote from time-to-time, and even donate a few bucks if you’re able. Photo via @FeedingTampaBay/Instagram
@InfiniteThird St. Pete local Infinite Third has been active lately. After canceling his tour after two shows, he’s been going live on Instagram and posting videos to IGTV almost daily. Alongside his appearances on other local livestreams (April’s Rock the Park, and a home performance for Grassroots Kava House), the ambient tunes should drown out any annoyances nicely. Photo via Katlynn Mullins
@ThisJennGirl Sure, Jenn Thai is a Tampa-Based food blogger, but her food-filled-feed is also crammed with beauty recommendations, life in quarantine, and of course, her dog Sadie. Photo via @ThisJennGirl/Instagram
@MezKhalifa Tampa nightlife is on hold right now, but the local king of heartfelt, quite-often-lit, content is still his warm and earnest self even in quarantine times. Thank you for your service, Jabari. Photo via @MezKhalifa/Instagram
@SunshineKitty_Catfe St. Pete’s first catfe was set to open in March, but that was obviously postponed. Though you can’t sit and sip your coffee with the kitties yet, grabbing a brew and scrolling through the catfe’s feed (abound with fluffy creatures) will make you feel just as cozy. Photo via @SunshineKitty_Catfe/Instagram
@TheCakeGirlLLC Cake Girl is holding a cupcake decorating competition, and it starts on April 6. You just order a kit (complete with 12 mini cupcakes, two bags of icing, and an assortment of candies), decorate the cupcakes, and post on YOUR Instagram for a chance to win a “Behind the Scenes Tour with Cake Girl” and a $25 gift card. Not interested? Just follow and wait for the cupcake videos to start rollin’ in. Photo via @TheCakeGirlLLC/Instagram
@CLTampaBay Our staff has dwindled recently, but we’re still working to get you coronavirus coverage. You can keep with Tampa Bay’s latest pandemic happenings, find local takeout deals, and even find the occasional freebie. It’s an obvious choice, if we say so ourselves. Photo via @CLTampaBay/Instagram
@CrowbarYbor Just two weeks ago, Crowbar was forced to close its doors for 30 days. Since, its feed has been filled with livestream promos and artist pictures. Tap the link in its bio to donate a few bucks while you’re creeping on previous posts from the “before time.” Don’t worry, we’ll all be groovin’ in the Ybor City space again soon enough. Photo via @CrowBarYbor/Instagram
@DissentCraftBrewing Social distancing becomes a little easier with every beer picture. This local brewery’s feed has been filled with business updates, photos of brews, and the promo of “virtual bottle share” Facebook group, in which you can share what you’re drinking with other locals, or linger around for recommendations. Photo via @DissentCraftBrewing/Instagram
@MiguelAndHolly Miguel and Holly’s feed is filled with videos of their shenanigans, Throwback Thursdays, and the occasional meme. Photo via Miguel And Holly/Website
@StreetLacedPromo Street Laced Marketing has joined forces with Tampa Bay Business Network, Club Clarity Radio, and Network 4 a Cause to bring the beats of Street Laced DJ’s Crew right to your living room via Facebook. Tune in this weekend, and then search “Street Laced” on GoFundMe to donate. All the proceeds go to the Bullard Family Foundation. Photo via @StreetLacedPromo/Instagram
@ThisBabeEats Kiera is a Tampa-based food blogger with an almost 47K following. Whether you just want to drool over the food photography or get a local restaurant recommendation, this babe’s got ya covered. Photo via @ThisBabeEats/Instagram
@ZooTampa ZooTampa has been posting animal education, bird memes, plenty of penguins, and even a tortoise reading with a zookeeper. Though titse not open right now, following the page is just as good as a visit. Photo via @ZooTampa/Instagram
@97xOnAir Fill your hours with clips of artist interviews, videos of past greenroom performances, photos of your favorite alternative artists, and the occasional puppy photo. Also, they’ve gone live with a few Green Room performances. Photo via @97xOnAir/Instagram
@CuriousCatBakery Curious Cat has been posting its online offerings (available for order), and was offering virtual baking lessons last month. There’s no need to worry if they don’t make a comeback, she has a cookbook coming out on April 4. Photo via @CuriousCatBakery/Instagram
@EngageCurrent This Tampa nonprofit has been posting snapshots of its effort to help Tampa’s low-income families wash their laundry for free. See all the suds and sanitizing on their account, and even learn how to donate if you’re able. Photo via @EngageCurrent/Instagram
@GlazerChildrensMuseum The museum has been posting videos of staff adventures, DIY projects parents and their kiddos can do at home, and interactive posts to get your (or your child’s) brain thinking. Photo via @GlazerChildrensMuseum/Instagram
@Great_Explorations This children’s museum has been keeping the kiddos entertained with weekly challenges and activity kits—all educational and engaging, of course. Photo via @Great_Explorations/Instagram
@Jujmo This local artist has been livestreaming art lessons on her Instagram with the hour-long “Jujmo Drawing Show.” You can tune in every Saturday at 5 p.m. if you want to follow along, but we understand if you just want to sit back with a glass of wine and watch someone else do it. Photo via @Jujmo/Instagram
@SpeakEasyIsABand This local band has been providing its indie rock, retro-funk grooves on Instagram Live since late March, but you can also just tap the Spotify link in the bio while you stare at photos. Photo via @SpeakEasyIsABand/Instagram
@Metro_Min Metropolitan Ministries is a longstanding, local nonprofit. Coronavirus has taken a toll on its staff, but MetroMin has posted updates all over its Instagram. It’s a dose feel-good content for your feed without being too mushy. Photo via @Metro_Min/Instagram
@TampaSessions Earlier this month, Tampa Sessions partnered with local artists’ Nick Ewing and J.T. Brown to bring a fan-free concert to the now-closed Ewing’s Corporate Create space. Ever since, Tampa Sessions has had a hand in several similar shows since the temporary shutdown of Tampa’s local music scene. Keep an eye on its page for livestream announcements. Photo via @jtbrownandco/Instagram