RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Alpine Hotel Bright

Nestled in the heart of the charming township of Bright, The Alpine Hotel has been a beloved landmark since 1852. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ambiance of their historic Bistro 1868. As one of the most sought-after places to eat in Bright, their seasonal bistro menu showcases an excellent range and selection of local produce. For a more relaxed eating in Bright experience, head to their bar. Enjoy a game of pool, watch your favourite sports on the TV,…

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

Kangaroo Lodge

Escape to Kangaroo Lodge perched high above the town for unparalleled views and privacy. Kangaroo Lodge offers space and serenity with ceiling to floor windows opening your luxurious haven to the mountain surrounds. Edging onto the Alpine State Forest yet walking distance to the town centre, nature and modern sophistication collide. Spend cool nights by the stunning open fire to compliment the breathtaking views or relax in the breeze of your long verandah with has barbecue. If you are looking…

Hester Art House Townhouse

Raising the bar to a new level of Australian contemporary twin-level accommodation, Art House Townhouses Bright offer an uncompromised, luxury designer living experience. Situated in the heart of Bright’s food, wine and distillery district, Hester is one of four luxury appointed townhouses offering a new standard in designer penthouse comfort in Bright. Named in memory of the Australian modernist artist: Joy Hester. While exteriors evoke an ultra-modern European urban appeal mixing timber, stone, and steel; interior design styling is centered…

Bogong Horseback Adventures

Bogong Horseback Adventures has been running award-winning tours since 1986. With licensed access to the Alpine National Park and Mount Bogong, the riding landscape is truly spectacular. Based at our property Spring Spur, Bogong Horseback Adventures travel from rich mountain valleys to the vast Bogong High Plains and Victoria’s highest mountain, Mount Bogong. The award-winning tours combine great food and wine, fantastic mountain-bred horses, and friendly, experienced staff. Offering daily trail rides in the Alpine National Park, as well as…

Buffalo Stampede Festival

The Buffalo Stampede Festival promises to draw over 1,600 trail runners from across Australia to Bright in the North East of Victoria, Australia. Race distances range from the epic 100km Bright Ultra SkyMarathon all the way down to the 2km Junior Dash – there is absolutely a challenge for everybody and their families to enjoy.

Road cyclists riding up Mount Buffalo

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The Outta Towner

This compact two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment packs a bigger punch than you’d expect. Tucked away along the renowned Delany Avenue, this resort style two-storey Bright apartment is decked out with everything you need to comfortably accommodate your family or small group of friends for your much needed holiday. Just over a kilometre’s stroll to the Bright Water Park, Bright Brewery, Tomahawks and many of the other culinary delights Bright has on offer, The Outta Towner, their latest pet friendly accommodation in…

The House at Smoko

Set amongst gardens on 28 acres of lush grazing pasture and bush, and with majestic Mount Feathertop as its imposing backdrop, this architectural gem – styled on the traditional tobacco kilns of the region – offers you the peace and simple pleasures of rural like, yet all a stone’s throw from Bright and Harrietville. The House at Smoko allows you, your family and friends to fully immerse in the best of Victoria’s High Country. You’ll have front row seats to…

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.

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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.

Spring Tunes, Picnic Vibes at Ringer Reef
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MARKETS

FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES

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