Many other archaeological sites are more interesting. I would rate this site as 4th best in Athens to visit. One intact rounded building is cool but mostly pieces on the ground with several old columns. Cool photo opportunity of wall with columns near entrance.

Roman Agora also known as the Roman Forum. Walking into the remains of the Roman Agora was like being transported back in time. This ancient business center has a truly fascinating history. The ancient columns stood tall and proud, testifying to the architectural genius of the Romans. The Gates of Athena Archegetis welcomed me with open arms, and it is an ideal place for photos or selfies. A portico surrounds the agora, adding further grandeur to the setting. Various inscriptions dotted the area, offering a glimpse into the past. One of such speaks to the existence of the Agoranomion, the market official's office. There were several other buildings, or I should say reminants of buildings, most significant of which is the Horologion of Andronikos, a tower to tell weather and time. The tower is visible from many places in this central part of Athens, and practically all who visit the Roman Forum get to its base at the far side of this archeological site.

Confusingly, there are two agoras in Athens. The Ancient Agora, which is the main tourist sight and is a large archaeological area spread over extensive grounds, and this much tinier, Roman Agora. They are close together and within easy walking distance of each other. The Roman Agora was the bustling, thriving centre of the city’s commercial activity during Roman times, hence the name. It was a large, square structure with an internal colonnade that housed businesses and shops. Today you enter through the still imposing Gate of Archigetis Athena. It has always been the main entrance but in ancient times, there was also a second entry at the opposite end. The Gate and the Tower of the Winds are the two main highlights here (see separate reviews on each one). Another curious sight is the ‘Vespasianae’, or public toilet block - possibly the only ancient ruin that might trigger the kids’ interest. As others have commented, most of the agora can be seen from the street so you don’t have to pay to go in. Entry is €8 which is kind of expensive for what is a very small site. However it is included in a €30 combo ticket and this is what we bought. It was excellent value and I’d highly recommend it. It includes entry to the Roman Agora as well as the Ancient Agora, the Acropolis and 4 other sites. Entry to the Acropolis on its own is €20 so if it is your first time to Athens, it makes sense to buy this. It’s worth noting that if you’re here in winter, many sites are half price so the combo ticket is not as effective then.

The Roman Agora was cool, but it wasn't worth the entry fee. Just seeing it from the outside is enough. There are much cooler things to do and see in Athens. I would recommend visiting the acropolis and the ancient agora instead, and if you're still interested in seeing more things like them, visit nearby Hadrian's Library as all of them are much more worthy of the entry fee. The Roman Agora is worth seeing, but you can see it from the street instead of entering.