RESTAURANTS & CAFES
PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT
Nature Trax
Nature Trax is a local eco-tourism organisation based in Albury-Wodonga, committed to connecting people with nature across the stunning Ovens Murray region of North East Victoria. They specialise in guided nature walks, hikes, and nature connection activities (including nature prescriptions for wellbeing), designed to enhance physical health, mental wellbeing, social and spiritual connections through immersive outdoor experiences. As a registered Parks Victoria Tour Operator, all their activities are led by highly experienced outdoor guides and qualified mental health professionals, ensuring…
Adventure Guides Australia
Adventure Guides Australia (AGA) has been providing outdoor adventure tours in the Victoria High Country area since 1985. Their activity locations include Mount Buffalo National Park, Alpine National Park, Beechworth, Bright, Ovens River, King River, and Kiewa River. AGA offers a range of adventure tours such as Abseiling, Caving, Canyoning, Rock Climbing, Rafting, Kayaking, Hiking and Gold Panning. All tours are available on weekends, school holidays or by private arrangement. The team at AGA conducts educational, recreational and corporate adventures…
Riverstone
This exquisitely crafted house can be found in the heart of picturesque Porepunkah. With a fresh Scandinavian style flowing throughout the house in its furnishing and fittings and premium bedding complimenting the three bedrooms. Year-round this house keeps giving, with a log fireplace located in the back lounge space, find yourself curling up on the leather sofa with a good book or perfectly chosen glass of local wine in the cooler months. Sleeping up to six adults in three bedrooms,…
Bright Art Gallery and Cultural Centre
The Bright Art Gallery and Cultural Centre is a community-owned gallery situated in the beautiful Alpine Shire town of Bright, Victoria. Established in 1962, the Bright Art Gallery is largely self-funded and run entirely by volunteers, without any paid employees. The managing committee is elected annually by the members of the gallery. In 2025 the gallery incorporates around 400 members, half of these are artists, known as the ‘Alpine Artists’ and 58 Youth members. A volunteer committee of 15 manages…
The Great Alpine and Lakes Adventure
Join WAM on their legendary five day, four night Great Alpine and Lakes Adventure in the Victorian Alps and Gippsland Lakes, along the iconic and breathtaking Great Alpine Road. From Skiing and Snowboarding Mount Hotham, Australia’s highest alpine village, snowshoeing to an eco village for a dinner experience, whale watching cruise from the southern most point of mainland Australia, kayaking the Gippsland Lakes to an island of koalas, bathing in the Metung Hot Springs with lake vistas, exploring ancient landscapes…
Mount Buffalo National Park
Mount Buffalo National Park has sheer cliffs, imposing granite tors, tumbling waterfalls, snow gums and stunning wildflowers. The park features over 90 kilometres of walking tracks, panoramic scenery, waterfalls and scope for adventurous pursuits such as rock climbing and hang-gliding. Mount Buffalo is an all-seasons playground. In summer, wildflowers are plentiful and the park is a cool retreat from the heat of the lowlands. Take in superb 360-degree views from the summit of the Horn and the delightful Gorge Heritage…
BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES
TRY OUR AWARD-WINNING BEVERAGES
A visit to Bright & Surrounds isn't complete without a taste of our local craft brews, fragrant gin, apples cider or moonshine.
FARM GATES
PRODUCE RIGHT FROM THE SOURCE
Out here, we know where our food comes from. Want to know where the locals source the best fresh produce?
CELLAR DOORS
TRY OUR AWARD-WINNING WINES
Crisp cool nights and warm summer days make the Alpine Valley one of the country's most delightful boutique wine regions.
MARKETS
FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES