RESTAURANTS & CAFES
PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT
Falls Creek Coach Service
Falls Creek Coach Service is Falls Creek’s very own local transport provider. They are based in Mount Beauty at the base of Falls Creek and service Albury, Melbourne and everywhere in between. They provide scheduled mountain bus shuttles daily and private transfer services to get you exploring Falls Creek with ease.
Mount Beauty Market
Welcome to the Mount Beauty Market – one of Victoria’s oldest and much loved community markets. Since 1979, the market has brought together locals, visitors and small businesses in the heart of the Upper Kiewa Valley. Bursting with colour, creativity and community spirit, it’s a place to shop, eat, listen to live music and soak up the friendly mountain atmosphere. From fresh local produce to unique handmade goods, every market offers something new — the perfect way to spend the…
Abseil Beechworth
Hanging around or simply passing through Beechworth and after an activity to do? Abseiling in the Beechworth Gorge is a great way to spend the morning or afternoon. Being close to town allows for easy access with minimal walking required to get to the abseil sites from the road. The access allows for either driving and parking near the sites or walking in from town. This experience is provided by Adventure Guides Australia
Mount Buffalo Adventure Abseiling
Completing the beginners abseil, then tackling the 45 metre free fall abseil. This adventure has all the abseils of the beginners abseil then it is followed by a 45 metre free fall abseil looking across the gorge to the 300 metre North Wall of Mount Buffalo. On the walk back from the bottom of the dragon is a small rock climb which adds to the adventure. This experience is provided by Adventure Guides Australia
Bright Electric Bikes
Cycle the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail in comfort and style on an electric bike. Bright Electric Bikes’ state of the art European designed and made electric bikes make cycling a dream. Best of all, they are road legal and no licence is required. With a large fleet of eBikes, Bright Electric Bikes can cater to groups, families, couples and singles. For those with kids, they have child trailers and kids bikes available too. They also offer comfortable Rail Trail…
Espire Clothing
Espire Clothing is a small clothing label that was born in Bright. They offer a made in store experience where tourists can step into their store and design their own garments- from hoodies to tee shirts. They have an open set-up meaning that tourists can see as their garment is made in front of them, allowing them to take home a garment they seen being made in Bright. Each Hoodie has billions of possible colour combinations allowing for a very…
Cliff Picnics
A truly unique experience on Mt Buffalo. Come dine with Bright Adventure Company on your private ledge suspended 300 metre above the valley floor. Enjoy local produce lovingly prepared whilst revelling in the majestic views from Mt Buffalo. Bright Adventure Company offer sunrise, lunch or dinner cliff picnic options available throughout the year and have two ledges available for groups of four. Can cater to all dietary requirements, please advise when booking. This experience is provided by Bright Adventure Company
Room With a View Walk, Dinner Plain
A short and easy 3 kilometre walk from Dinner Plain out through snow gum forest to an open plain with spectacular views of Mount Hotham, Mount Feathertop, Bogong High Plains and the Cobungra River. Starting from Dinner Plain Hut, follow the track to the sign marking the crossing point to the northern side of the Great Alpine Road and the track leading to the Forest Walks trailhead. The Room with a View walk initially follows a slightly undulating trail then…
Cross country skiing
Learn to cross country ski and go free-range. No crowds, no lifts, no passes. Cross country is your key to exploring this winter wonderland at your own pace, powered by you. Cross country skis may look similar to other skis, but the mechanics are quite different. Although you’re still sliding on snow, it takes some understanding and practice to stay upright and get around efficiently. Practice the basics of weight transfer and efficient glide to get you started exploring the…
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
