RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

The Riverdeck Kitchen

The Riverdeck Kitchen is the perfect place to relax in Bright. Great coffee, fabulous food, local wines and craft beer and friendly service, all in one of Bright’s most picturesque locations. Located by the Ovens River, the pet friendly deck overlooks beautiful Howitt Park. The Riverdeck is fully licensed and has free Wi-Fi. Open for breakfast, lunch, and brunch, the all day seasonal menu is complimented by daily specials, kid friendly dishes and delicious house baked scones and cakes. Whether…

Whorouly Loop

Great Alpine Walk 7 Day – Self-Guided

Few places in Australia offer such a diversity of pristine scenery and hiking options as the Victorian Alps. This inn-to-inn walk traverses striking landscapes of alpine forests, grassland, snow-blanketed mountains, precipitous ridges and high plains. The alpine hiking trails cover some of the most spectacular sections of the 700km Alpine Walking Track from Walhalla to Canberra. With each breath of fresh alpine air, the stresses of modern life will slowly be left behind. Take in dramatic views from the breathtaking…

M2M – Myrtleford Mosaic Trail

Montanya Holiday Retreat

Montanya is a charming holiday property nestled in Mount Beauty, Victoria’s high country, at the base of Mount Bogong. Located 31 km from Falls Creek and 35 km from Bright, it offers guests easy access to some of Victoria’s best recreational activities, including skiing, biking, hiking, gliding, golf, and swimming, all within glorious natural settings. The property is ideal for small groups and families. It features a main house with two bedrooms, an integrated bathroom/laundry, a dining area, and a…

Bright Colonial Motel

The Bright Colonial Motel is a freshly-renovated luxury motel, updated with quality new furnishings, enticing modern facilities and elegant décor all served to you with the meticulous attention and warm hospitality you would expect from a young family-owned business. Ideally suited for couples, cyclists, mature travellers and groups, Bright Colonial Motel offers contemporary studio accommodation in the bustling centre of Bright. Modern fresh rooms, top quality furnishings and linens, contemporary décor, coffee machines in each room, individual hot tubs and…

Buckland Valley out and back

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

Bright Skatepark

Situated in Lions Park, a short distance from Bright Central Business District, the Bright Skate Park is close to a picnic shelter and across the road from Centenary Park. The park includes a six feet high metal half-pipe and a street section with ramps, quarters, rails, ledges and steps. A picnic shelter is located adjacent to the half pipe. Some features include: Ramps, Rails and Half Pipe.

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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