During spring and summer, Carbonear days are filled with activity. Take in a local festival or enjoy the hospitality of the people. Experience the great outdoors - take a boat tour, go iceberg and whale watching, travel the Baccalieu Trail, or visit shipwrecks, museums, archeological digs, or Maritime Archaic Indian sites. You can also enjoy hiking, fishing, bird watching, berry picking, swimming, golfing, horse back riding, diving or simply enjoy the scenic beauty of the area.

Perhaps you are looking for a winter adventure. Try cross-country skiing, ice fishing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing or dog sled expeditions. The town of Carbonear also offers all the modern conveniences you'll need. There are restaurants, banks, shops, studios and galleries. Nearby you will also find a large shopping mall, cinema, and a community centre with theatre & public library.