 The top five places to teach English in Vietnam. Southeast Asia is one of the most popular regions for teaching English as a foreign language. Vietnam offers great opportunities for Tefl qualified professionals in all of its major cities, as well as in many smaller towns across the nation. Vietnam is also a great destination for non-native English teachers and those without a degree. If you would like to teach English in this beautiful country, take a look at our pick of the top five places to teach English in Vietnam. 1. Ho Chi Minh City. With a population of nearly 8.5 million, Ho Chi Minh City is the largest city in Vietnam and typically has the highest demand for foreign teachers in the country. There are hundreds of English language schools eager to hire Tefl qualified English teachers right now. Ho Chi Minh City played a pivotal role in the Vietnam War and is also known for its French colonial landmarks, including the beautiful Notre Dame Cathedral. The bustling Benton Market is another popular attraction as it is lined with food stall streets allowing you to sample your way through Vietnamese cuisine. Join our four-week-in-class course in Ho Chi Minh City with ITTT and start your teaching career in Vietnam. 2. Hanoi. Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam and has a population of more than 7.5 million people. The city is world-famous for its centuries-old architecture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences. The iconic old quarter boasts lovely narrow streets and many little temples, including the famous Phạc Má, honoring a legendary horse. If you get hungry, be sure to stop by Đông Schoen Market, which sells household goods and delicious Vietnamese street food. If you are looking for an English teaching job in Vietnam, you can definitely find a position in Hanoi. 3. Đông Nhanh. The beautiful coastal city of Đông Nhanh is located in central Vietnam. It's one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country because of its sandy beaches and history as a French colonial port. Đông Nhanh is also a great base if you want to visit the Inland Ba Na Hills located west of the city. Another popular attraction in Đông Nhanh are the marble mountains, five limestone outcrops with beautiful pagodas and hidden caves with Buddhist shrines. 4. Hieu. If you are looking for a historic city to live in, Hieu is a great choice. The city in central Vietnam served as the seat of the Wind Dynasty emperors and was the national capital from 1802 to 1945. Its most impressive attraction is the vast, 19th-century Đài Nội Citadel, surrounded by a moat and thick stone walls. The imperial city in Hieu also houses various palaces, shrines and the famous Forbidden Purple City that was won the emperor's homes. 5. Hải Phong. Active and outdoorsy people might find their happiness in Hải Phong, a major port city across from popular Cat Ba island in northeastern Vietnam. It's also not far from the world famous Halong Bay scenic area which is one of the country's most popular attractions. The city itself is also beautiful and lined with French colonial-era landmarks, including the neo-classical opera house and the Queen of the Rosary Cathedral from the 19th century. You should also check out Du Hàng Pagoda, a beautiful Buddhist temple. History buffs will also learn about the city's history at Hải Phong Museum. If you want the best possible start to your teaching career in Vietnam, why not complete your TEFL certification course at our training center in Ho Chi Minh City? Are you ready to teach English in Vietnam? Thanks so much for watching. We are ITTT, the leading provider for TEFL and TESOL training courses. If you liked this video, please subscribe by clicking that button down here and click on any of the videos here on the left for more interesting teaching tips for getting certified to teach English abroad and online.