The Sakubva market near the main bus terminus is where Mutare goes about its daily business. The main section sells fresh produce, household goods, and street food; a section at the edge of the market specialises in Shona stone carvings and wooden items. The carvings here are generally less expensive and less polished than those sold at tourist outlets in Harare or Victoria Falls, which means you can find authentic work at reasonable prices.
The market is busy and lively and not particularly oriented toward tourists — which makes it more interesting. The bus terminus beside it is the main departure point for regional transport. Basic food stalls around the market serve sadza (maize porridge), grilled meat, and local snacks throughout the day.