RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Lakeside Walk

The Grove Estate

Step inside the unique foyer through to the open plan living and dining area and well-equipped chef grade gourmet kitchen with pantry, dishwater, double door refrigerator and large commercial grade stove and oven. There are plenty of thoughtful spaces from ready nooks to the impressive dining options inside and out, with the outdoor dining and couch seating overlooking the Olive Orchid. Enjoy the wood fire for ambiance and warmth on those stormy nights, sitting in the comfortable leather couches or…

Labour Day Long Weekend Escape – Bogong Horseback Adventures

Join Bogong Horseback Adventures three day Packhorse Adventure and experience a truly Australian experience. Get a little saddle grease on your trouser seat this Labour day long weekend. Travelling the High country with Packhorses provides a balance between our living heritage and modern adventures. This tour takes in Mount Fainter and Bogong Jacks Hideout. Its been made easy for the casual weekend rider or the beginner rider, by camping two nights at Bogong Jacks Hideout camp. On Sunday you ride…

Huggins Lookout

Head off on this short uphill walk in beautiful Bright, three and half hours north-east of Melbourne, and be rewarded with incredible views. This return walk is 1.6 kilometres and will take around one hour to complete. After a steep climb, reach Huggins Lookout and take in stunning panoramic views of Bright along the Ovens Valley towards Porepunkah.

Howling Husky Park

Howling Huskys offers thrilling dog sled tours, heartwarming husky meet-and-greets, snowmobile rides, dingo encounters, husky walks, live sled dog demonstrations and festive husky transport for Christmas events. They also host unique wildlife parties and so much more. There’s something for every animal lover, adventurer and snow seeker. Join them at Howling Husky Park for an unforgettable experience that combines fun, education, and a passion for animals.

Australian Cycle Tours – Victoria

Australian Cycle Tours specialise in high quality self guided and guided cycling experiences in a selection of the most beautiful regions in Australia, including the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail and the Great Victorian Rail Trail. They are the people within Australia’s first ever adventure travel company, World Expeditions, who were voted the Adventure Travel company of the year by their peers at the 2019 Travel Awards. Their team love to discover the world on two wheels. Putting their passion…

East Ovens River Track

East Ovens River Track

Hedonistic Hiking’s Hiking the Victorian Alps

This tour starts and ends in the charming Victorian High Country town of Bright and explores the magnificent mountain scenery surrounding the ski villages of Falls Creek, Hotham and Dinner Plain. Experienced guides Jackie and Mick Parsons are with the group every step of the way, looking after all creature comforts and sharing their knowledge of and love for this spectacular region. The Victorian Alps are stunning in summer months and the tour blends Hedonistic Hiking’s well-known passions for great…

Tiffany’s Cottages

Tiffany’s Cottages offer boutique accommodation designed for couples looking for a relaxing and luxurious getaway. The free-standing cottages are set amongst arguably the finest private garden in Bright within walking distance to Bright’s many shops, cafés, and restaurants. Tiffany’s Cottages is bike friendly and situated on the famous Murray to Mountains Rail Trail.

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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