RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Ovens River Family Kayaking

This is a perfect way to see the Ovens River if you’d prefer a more relaxed trip. The tour runs for approximately three hours and we will paddle near Myrtleford taking in some great scenery with a couple of smaller rapids near the end. If the rapids look too wild it’s easy to portage around. Adults and confident kids can jump into their own single kayak, or those who’d prefer company can try a two-and-a-half seat kayak – great for…

Murray to Mountains Rail Trail - Porepunkah

M2M – Bright to Porepunkah

Lakeside Walk

Tronoh Dredge Hole

The Tronoh Dredge holes was once the location of the biggest bucket dredge in the southern hemisphere. It operated from 1942 to 1954. At the time it was the highest producing dredge in Victoria. These days its a great location for a swim or kayak. Enjoy one of the many walking trails that meander around the dredge holes. Begin your walk from the Tronoh Dredge Hole car park off Feathertop Track and head either way around this man-made lake. The…

Whorouly Loop

Mt Bogong Pack Horse Tour

Highest of High Country, featuring spectacular climbs and descents across the top of Victoria. Wild rivers, stunning views, secluded camps and diverse landscapes. The horses are a feature of this expedition, each of them our own bred and trained mountain horse, expertly matched to the rider. Each day the camp is packed up, loaded onto the packhorses and the journey continues. Riding is between 15 to 25 kilometres per day with opportunities for loping canters across open plains. Camps are…

Centenary Park & Howitt Park

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…

Making Spirits Bright

Making Spirits Bright is a magical year-round Christmas shopping experience in regional Victoria, offering visitors an immersive festive experience unlike anywhere else in Australia. Step inside and discover beautifully curated themed Christmas trees, enchanting village displays, collectible ornaments, and ever-changing seasonal showcases designed to delight all ages. Every corner is thoughtfully styled to inspire wonder, nostalgia and celebration, making it a must-visit stop for families, couples, tour groups and Christmas lovers alike. More than a retail store, Making Spirits Bright…

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
Farmers market

MARKETS

FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES

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