RESTAURANTS & CAFES
PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT
Wood Peak
You can not get much closer to the heart of Bright than this hidden gem, Wood Peak. Situated in a quiet side street, you would never know the hotels, restaurants and cafes of Bright are at your doorstep. Take a stroll to sample some of the region’s finest food and wine or enjoy the tranquility of inside/outside dining in your spacious townhouse. A morning coffee in the peaceful and private courtyard soaks up the morning sun, or an afternoon platter…
Alpine Valleys Wine Region
On this tour of the Alpine Valleys you can tailor your visit to include four or five of the regions finest wineries and cellar doors. Pick up from your accommodation in the morning is around 10:00am and drop off around 5:00 – 5:30pm. Experience a range of the boutique wineries that surround Rutherglen including: Touring in a comfortable spacious air-conditioned 11-seater bus, or the Mercedes Valente with sunroof, limousine style seating and scenic windows takes up to seven passengers. Still…
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…
Mt Buffalo Dragon’s Foot Abseiling Adventure
Ready to step it up a notch? Get your friends together and go big on the 45-meter free-hanging Dragon’s Foot abseil. Definitely a level up from our family-friendly tour, this will get your heart going as you launch off the Dragon’s Foot 45-meter free-fall abseil. The adventure is not over once you hit the ground as you then get to choose from a tight squeeze or a short rock climb to get back to the top. Add in some extra…
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…
Mount Beauty Visitor Information Centre
Mount Beauty, located just 90 minutes south east of Albury or 30 minutes drive from Bright, provides an ideal base to tour the Kiewa Valley and Falls Creek. There is an array of experiences available ranging from walking, cycling, eating and drinking, hang gliding, snow and water activities, and a broad range of accommodation for all tastes and budgets. Staff and volunteers in the Mount Beauty Visitor Information Centre can help plan your holiday to Mount Beauty and Surrounds. The…
Michelini Wines
Michelini Wines on the Great Alpine Road, Myrtleford is your ideal destination to spend long spring and summer days enjoying relaxed alfresco outdoor seating with a glass of highly awarded Pinot Grigio, Arneis or Vermentino under the vine-covered pergola, enjoying an antipasto platter with traditional Italian fare. In cooler weather stay for espresso coffee and a glass of the award-winning Italian varietal reds Barbera, Sangiovese, Marzemino or Teroldego. These wines represent our Italian heritage, commitment to quality winemaking and our…
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