RESTAURANTS & CAFES
PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT
Winter In The Alpine
Explore the Victorian Alpine as it transforms during winter into a winter wonderland. Based in Dinner Plain you will explore this stunning region as well as Mount Hotham. Capturing everything from snowy mountain landscapes, to old cattleman’s huts to the unique snow gum trees. Accommodation is in Dinner Plain staying in one of the famous Dinner Plain chalet’s with a small group of like minded photographers. You will learn everything about photographing stunning landscapes in the snow along with theory…
Big Muster Distilling Co.
Australia’s highest moonshine distillery. Hidden up in the backlots of Dinner Plain Alpine Village, Big Muster Distilling Co. offers bespoke moonshines including Swindlers Gold, their baked apple moonshine, with ingredients totally sourced from Alpine, including apples from the famous Nightingales orchard in Wandiligong. A distillery door is open where you can sample their moonshines as well as the regions best in whiskey’s and gin’s. The restaurant is open on specific days in the green season and most days in the…
Billy Button Cellar Door Bright
The Billy Button name belongs to the native yellow flowers that colour the mountain tops of the Alpine Valleys. Known for the classic wine styles, but also consistently pushing the boundaries with tiny parcels of alternative varietals, Billy Button dares to venture where others simply wouldn’t. After extensive and highly regarded careers working in the industry, winemaker Jo Marsh launched Billy Button Wines in 2014 and was joined in 2015 by her winemaker husband Glenn James. Specific parcels of fruit…
Myrtleford Visitor Information Centre
The Myrtleford Visitor Information Centre is located in the Alpine Gate Cafe, Myrtleford. It is easily accessible along the Great Alpine Road in the heart of North East Victoria and just three hours north-east of Melbourne. Beautiful scenery, tranquillity, rivers and mountain views will enchant visitors to Myrtleford. Mount Buffalo creates a dramatic background for the town and nearby Lake Buffalo is an amazing place for all summer water sports, fishing or picnicking. The town is a flourishing commercial centre…
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…
Spring Spur
Located in the heart of the Victorian High Country, Spring Spur Stay is your country home away from home. Visit the working property, home of Bogong Horseback Adventures, any season of the year. Ride the mountain bred horses in their spectacular backyard. Stay with the Bogong Baird’s and share the experiences of everyday life combined with warm country hospitality. Each beautifully appointed king ensuite room has a patio and stunning views across the horse paddocks or sunny north-facing windows. With…
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
